NIPPONDENSO, 6E-171 & 6P-148 6-CYL Shaft Seal: Removal
- Remove compressor. Remove clutch hub, pulley assembly and clutch coil. Drain refrigerant oil from compressor and record amount for reassembly. Install Support Clamp (T81P-19623) on compressor and mount in vise. Using Key Remover (T81P-19623-NH), remove crankshaft key.
- Remove compressor through-bolts. Pull compressor front head from cylinder assembly. Front valve plate assembly, inlet reed valve, shaft seal and gasket will usually come off with front head. Use extreme care not to damage any sealing surfaces. See Figure .
- Carefully lift inlet reed valve from front head assembly. Using Valve Plate Remover (T81P-19623-B for FS-6 and 6E-171), (T81P-19623-PH for 6P-148), remove front valve plate assembly and gasket. Carefully remove gasket from valve plate assembly.
- Remove 2 dowel pins and remove shaft seal assembly and felt seal from front head. Place front head on clean cardboard on flat surface. Using Shaft Seal Seat Remover (T81P-19623-OH), push shaft seal seat from front head. Thoroughly clean and inspect all parts.