Remove The Drive Plate
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-- Disconnect The Drive Plate -C- By Turning Using A Conventional Band Wrench (With Webbed Band) In Direction Of -Arrow D-, Counterhold Compressor Shaft -A- Using A Retainer -B- On Compressor Shaft -A-.
Fig 1: Locating Drive Plate & Providing Support For Compressor Shaft By Applying Counterhold To Compressor Shaft
NOTE:
Depending On The Version Of The A/C Compressor (The A/C Compressor Shafts Are Different), Use A Wrench Or, For Example, A Extension With Counter Holder 2:T10001/10 From The Shock Absorber Set:T10001 Or Counterhold - Shock Absorber:3079 To Counterhold.