Second guessing before I brute force this and break the cartridge. It should just pull straight out at this point?
There’s a cheap extraction tool that makes this wasaay easier. Don’t try to brute force it!
Just search for cartridge puller and your shower faucet brand
I got it. It did pull straight out, but was really wedge in good!
Typical lurker here, looks like this guy has the exact model and he attaches the handle and gently prys on tabs on the top and bottom with a screw driver (you might need a pick to really get it in there) to wiggle it out. https://youtu.be/JDPIXUwR8WA?si=OmDHhtSx0k6CwnCb
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I’m 99% sure this is a pfister avante. Didn’t see any removal tool online. It’s really not budging.
Not a plumber but have some diy experience. My understanding is they typically get pulled straight out. You replace the cartridge and any o rings so I wouldn’t worry too much about damaging the plastic if you already have the replacement part. Example: https://youtube.com/shorts/SsJna8wR_mk?si=gzC52tkVuv5PMQue
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