Air Conditioning (A/C) Compressor Shaft Seal: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Mazda Tribute. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the disk and hub assembly from the A/C compressor. For additional information, refer to CLUTCH AND CLUTCH FIELD COIL .

Fig 1: Removing Shaft Seal Felt
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Using the special tool, remove the shaft seal felt from the nose of the A/C compressor.
CAUTION:
- To prevent refrigerant system contamination, do not allow dirt or other foreign materials to enter the A/C compressor.
Clean the compressor nose area.

Fig 2: Removing Shaft Seal Snap Ring
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Using the special tool, remove the shaft seal snap ring.

Fig 3: Removing Shaft Seal From The A/C Compressor
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Using the special tool, remove the shaft seal from the A/C compressor.