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1) For the compressor, it's much easier to remove the power steering pump than to remove it from the bottom. Took me 30 minutes to pull the compressor. I drained the reservor and removed the top hose, leaving the high-pressure hose attached to the pump. I pulled the power steering pump and just sat it back against the manifold.
2) You need an E10 torx socket to pull the stud that the compressor sits on. No way around this really and it makes things much easier.
3) PAG 46 double cap compressor oil is required. This is not the same as regular PAG 46 and has nothing to do with the container.
4) Chances are if you have the original dryer, it's stuck. Long-nosed plyers will help. Don't damage the threads on the condensor when pulling it out.