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Compressor Shaft Seal: Service and Repair



Except for manifold hose O-rings and front shaft seal this compressor is not serviceable and must be replaced as an assembly.
1. Remove clutch hub and pulley.
2. Remove felt seal and seal plate retainer clip.

Fig. 22 Shaft key removal. Festiva:





3. Remove shaft key with tool T81P-19623-NH or equivalent. Fig. 22.
4. Remove shaft seal seat retaining snap ring using tool T81P 19703-T or equivalent.

Fig. 23 Seal seat removal. Festiva:





5. Clean inner bore of compressor nose and using tool T87P-19623-B or equivalent, remove shaft seal seat, Fig. 23.

Fig. 24 Shaft seal removal. Festiva:





6. Remove shaft seal using tool T87P-19623-C or equivalent, Fig. 24. Push down and turn clockwise, then pull up to remove.
7. Reverse procedure to install, coating seal with compressor oil.