A/C Compressor Pulley Removal Note

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Remove the A/C compressor pulley using the SSTs (49 0839 425C, 49 U027 001) .
1. Tighten the handle and hold the SST (49 0839 425C) in the direction arrows shown in the figure.
  CAUTION:
  - Be careful that the SST (49 0839 425C) tabs do not hang over the stator.
    
    Fig 1: Removing A/C Compressor Pulley Using SST
    Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  NOTE:
  - Taping on the nail for protect to damage.
    
    Fig 2: Applying Tape On Nail To Protect From Damage
    Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.