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Compressor Shaft Seal: Service and Repair

COMPRESSOR SHAFT SEAL REPLACEMENT

REMOVAL PROCEDURE
^ J 23128-A Seal and Seal Seat Remover
^ J 34614 Shaft Seal Protector

1. Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.
2. Remove the drive belt.
3. Remove the A/C clutch coil.
4. Use the snap ring pliers in order to remove the A/C compressor shaft seal retainer ring.
5. Install the J 23128-A in order to remove the A/C compressor shaft seal.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

1. Dip the new seal in clean 525 viscosity refrigerant oil.
2. Install the A/C compressor shaft seal to J 23128-A.
3. Install the J 34614 to the compressor shaft.
4. Remove the J 23128-A and J 34614.
5. Use the snap ring pliers in order to install the A/C compressor shaft seal retainer ring.
6. Install the A/C clutch coil.
7. Install the drive belt.
8. Evacuate, recharge and leak test the system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.