Compressor Control Valve Assembly Removal (V7 - Direct Mount)

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Tools Required

J 41790-A A/C Compressor Holding Fixture. See Special Tools and Equipment .

Fig 1: View Of Compressor Mounting Fixture

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Remove the A/C compressor from the vehicle.
Clamp the J 41790-A in a vise and attach the A/C compressor to the J 41790-A . See Special Tools and Equipment .

Fig 2: A/C Compressor Control Valve & Retaining Ring

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Using internal snap ring pliers, remove the A/C compressor control valve retaining ring.
Remove the A/C compressor control valve from the A/C compressor.