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J 41790 A/C Compressor Holding Fixture

Remove the A/C compressor from the vehicle.
Clamp the J 41790 in a vise and attach the A/C compressor to the J 41790 .

Fig 1: Removing A/C Compressor From Vehicle
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Remove the pressure relief valve from the rear head of the A/C compressor.

Fig 2: Removing Pressure Relief Valve From Rear Head Of A/C Compressor
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