I'm trying to get the snap ring out of the AC compressor clutch but the holes on the snap ring are covered up. It seems to come from below the holes and protruding out of the holes. I am leaving pictures here to explain things better. I knocked off one of the bumps covering the hole with a snap ring plier. The picture doesn't show it clearly but the hole is still covered up after I broke off the top part.
That tip between the two holes can move from left to right by the way.
Any tips would be greatly appreciated right now here in Texas weather.
Nissan Altima 2.5 4L 2005