B2300 L4-2.3L VIN D (2004)
Compressor Shaft Seal: Service and Repair
A/C COMPRESSOR SHAFT SEAL REMOVAL / INSTALLATION
Removal Note
1. Remove the clutch from the A/C compressor, see A/C COMPRESSOR MAGNETIC CLUTCH REMOVAL / INSTALLATION.
2. Remove the shaft seal felt from the nose of the A/C compressor with the special tool.
3. Clean the compressor nose area with a lint-free cloth to remove any oil or dirt.
4. Insert the tip of special tool into one of the snap ring eyes.
5. Rotate the special tool to position the tool tip and the snap ring eye closest to the compressor shaft.
6. Pull the special tool up quickly while keeping the tool shaft against the side of the nose opening and remove the snap ring.