Removal (Mitsubishi)
- Remove clutch coil. See CLUTCH COIL . See Figure. Position compressor in a vise so compressor rear housing is secured to compressor body. Remove front housing through-bolts and front housing.
- Using a flat-blade screwdriver, remove felt retainer and felt from front housing. Remove shaft seal snap ring. Using a flat-blade screwdriver, remove shaft seal and "O" ring. See Figure.