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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1983CITATION 2D HATCHBACK, 2.5 R, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)HEATING, VENTILATION & A/C (HVAC)GENERAL SERVICINGA/C COMPRESSOR OVERHAUL - DAV5SEAL REPLACEMENT
1983 Chevrolet Citation 2D Hatchback, 2.5 R, Automatic

Seal Replacement

1983 Chevrolet Citation 2D Hatchback, 2.5 R, AutomaticSECTION Seal Replacement
Fig 1: Mounting Compressor, Tool Reference No. 1, Holding Fixture
G17851
  1. Mounting Compressor - Do not replace shaft seal due to small oil seepage, as this permits proper lubrication. If serious leaks exist, discharge refrigerant using approved refrigerant recovery/recycling equipment and remove compressor. Mount compressor in holding fixture, second in a vise.
    Fig 2: Removing Shaft Nut - Tool No. 2, Clutch Holder Wrench; No. 3, Shaft Nut Socket
    G17852
  2. Remove Shaft Nut - While holding clutch assembly with clutch holder wrench, remove shaft nut using shaft nut socket.
    Fig 3: Removing Clutch Assembly - Tool No. 4, Hub & Drive Plate Remover/Installer
    G17853
  3. Remove Clutch Assembly - With center screw tip against end of shaft, thread hub and drive plate remover into hub. Holding body of remover with wrench, turn center screw. Lift off clutch plate and hub.
    Fig 4: Removing Key
    G17854
  4. Remove Key - Using side cutters, remove shaft key and save it for later reassembly.
    Fig 5: Removing Snap Ring - Tool No. 5, Internal Snap Ring Pliers
    G17855
  5. Remove Snap Ring - Using internal snap ring pliers, remove snap ring type seal retaining ring.
    Fig 6: Cleaning Shaft Area
    G17856
  6. Clean Shaft Area - Thoroughly clean compressor neck area around shaft to prevent entrance of dirt or other foreign material.
    Fig 7: Removing Seal - Tool No. 8, Seal Remover/Installer
    G15454
  7. Remove Seal - Fully engage tangs of seal remover into recessed portion of seal by turning handle clockwise. Remove seal with a twisting, pulling motion. Discard seal.
    CAUTION: Tighten tool securely by hand. Never use wrench or pliers.
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