Ranger 4WD V6-3.0L VIN U (1997)
Compressor Shaft Seal: Service and Repair
NOTE: The refrigerant system must be recovered and the compressor must be removed from the vehicle prior to replacing the compressor shaft seal.
See: Service and Repair/Refrigerant Recovery
SPECIAL SERVICE TOOL(S) REQUIRED
Snap Ring Remover
Shaft Seal Remover
Shaft Seal Replacer
Shaft Seal Protector
REMOVAL
1. Remove clutch hub from compressor.
2. Remove shaft seal felt from nose of compressor.
3. Blow any debris from inside the compressor nose with low pressure compressed air. Then clean the inside and outside nose area of the compressor
with a lint free cloth to remove any oil and dirt.
