Removal

Fig. 2 Compressor shaft seal assembly exploded view:

1. Discharge A/C system and remove compressor from vehicle.
2. Mount compressor in holding fixture T57L-500-B or equivalent.
3. remove clutch hub, pulley and field coil as outlined, then pry drive key from compressor shaft, taking care not to damage shaft.
4. Pry dust shield from compressor, Fig. 2, taking care not to damage housing.
5. Remove ceramic seat retaining ring, then clean area surrounding compressor seal to prevent dirt from entering compressor.
6. Insert tool No. T71P-19703-M or equivalent into recess of ceramic seat, tighten tool outer sleeve to expand tool into seat, then pull seat from compressor using a twisting motion.
7. Remove ceramic seat O-ring from compressor neck.

Fig. 3 Compressor seal replacement tool:

8. Insert tool No. T71P-19703-G or equivalent into compressor neck. Rotate tool clockwise while pressing against seal to engage tangs on tool, Fig. 3, then pull seal from compressor.