Escape 4WD V6-181 3.0L DOHC VIN 1 Duratec (2003)
Compressor Shaft Seal: Service and Repair
SPECIAL TOOL(S)
REMOVAL
1. Remove the disk and hub assembly from the A/C compressor.
2. Using the special tool, remove the shaft seal felt from the nose of the A/C compressor.
3. Clean the compressor nose area.
CAUTION: To prevent refrigerant system contamination, do not allow dirt or other foreign materials to enter the A/C compressor.
4. Using the special tool, remove the shaft seal snap ring.