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Compressor Control Switches Removal

TOOLS REQUIRED
^ J 5403 Snap Ring Pliers
^ J 9553-01 O-Ring Remover
^ J 39500-B R-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant Recovery, Recycling And Recharging System




1. Recover the refrigerant using the J 39500-B.
2. Disconnect the electrical connector from the switch (3 or 4) in the rear head of the compressor.
3. Remove the switch retaining ring using the J 5403.
4. Remove the switch (3 or 4) from the compressor.

NOTE: If the existing switch will be reinstalled in the compressor, a new O-ring seal must be used and preferably a new retainer should also be used. A new switch kit has the O-ring and retainer ring included.

5. Remove the old O-ring seal from the switch cavity using the J 9553-01.