Compressor Shaft Seal Removal (V5 - Conventional Mount) - GMC chevrolet camaro 2000 Service Manual

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3. Using internal snap ring pliers, remove the
compressor control valve retaining ring.
4. Remove the compressor control valve from the
compressor.
Compressor Shaft Seal Removal
(V5 · Conventional Mount)
Tools Required
• J 34992 Compressor Holding Fixture
• J 39400-A Electronic Halogen Leak Detector
• J 9553-01 0-Ring Remover
• J 5403 Snap Ring Pliers
• J23128-A Seal Seat Installer and Remover
Important: Do not change a shaft seal because of
small amounts of oil found on an adjacent surface.
The seal allows some oil to pass for lubrication
purposes. Change the shaft seal when the following
conditions exist:
• A large amount of sprayed oil is found.
• Actual refrigerant leak is found, using a J 39400-A
or equivalent.
1. Install the compressor into the J 34992.
2. Remove the clutch plate and hub assembly. Refer
to Compressor Clutch Plate and Hub Assembly
Removal (VS - Conventional Mount).
3. Remove the shaft seal retaining ring using
the J 5403.
4. In order to prevent dirt or foreign material from
damaging the compressor, thoroughly clean the
following parts:
• The inside of the compressor neck area
surrounding the shaft
• The exposed portion of the seal
• The compressor shaft
• The 0-ring groove
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