Explorer 2WD V6-245 4.0L SOHC VIN E EFI (1997)
Compressor Shaft Seal: Service and Repair
SPECIAL TOOLS
Description ........................................................................................................................................................................................... Tool Number
O-Ring Tool ......................................................................................................................................................................................... T71P-19703-C
Shaft Seal Protector ........................................................................................................................................................................... T89P-19623-CH
Shaft Seal Remover ........................................................................................................................................................................... T89P-19623-BH
Shaft Seal Replacer ........................................................................................................................................................................... T89P-19623-AH
Snap Ring Remover ......................................................................................................................................................................... T89P-19623-DH
REMOVAL
1. Remove the A/C compressor clutch.
2. Use (A) O-Ring Tool to remove the (B) shaft seal felt from the nose of the compressor.
3. Clean the compressor nose area.
4. Use (A) Snap Ring Remover to remove the (B) shaft seal snap ring.
5. Insert (A) Shaft Seal Remover into the (B) internal diameter of the shaft seal.
6. Turn the tool handle clockwise to expand the tool tip inside the shaft seal.