When installing the high-pressure switch in the rear head of the new compressor, is a new O ring required?

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High Pressure Switch Installation on new Replacement A/C Compressor. When installing the high pressure switch in the rear head of the new compressor, is a new O ring required, or can one simply remove the snap ring and plug and install the switch?
Jul 22, 2024 at 1:04 PM
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Usually, the O ring will be okay because it was new at the factory when they assembled the new compressor. For clarification I included a diagram so we can be on the same page. Check out the images (below). Let us know if you need anything else.
Jul 22, 2024 at 1:40 PM
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Thanks Ken.
Jul 22, 2024 at 1:42 PM
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You are welcome, please use 2CarPros anytime we are here to help.
Jul 23, 2024 at 9:03 AM
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I'll check the O ring for any sign of damage when I remove the plug.
Jul 24, 2024 at 6:33 AM