Compressor Clutch: Service and Repair
REMOVAL1. Remove the accessory drive belt.
CAUTION: Support the Air Conditioning (A/C) compressor before removing the retaining bolts and secure it to prevent load being placed on the refrigerant lines.
2. Detach the A/C compressor.
- Disconnect the A/C compressor electrical connector.
3. Remove the A/C compressor drive plate.
4. Remove the A/C compressor pulley.
- Remove the spacer shims.
5. Using a suitable two leg puller, remove the clutch field coil.
NOTE: Mark the position of the A/C compressor clutch electrical connector in relation to the compressor housing.
INSTALLATION
NOTE: Do not skew the clutch field coil when installing it to the A/C compressor seat
1. Using a suitable M6 x 30 mm bolt, a suitable washer and the A/C compressor drive plate, install the clutch field coil.
2. Remove the M6 x 30 mm bolt, washer and A/C compressor drive plate.
3. Install the A/C compressor pulley.
- Install the snap ring.
NOTE: Install a new A/C compressor pulley snap ring.
4. Install the A/C compressor drive plate.
5. Check the A/C clutch air gap.
6. Install the A/C compressor.
- Connect the A/C compressor electrical connector.
7. Install the accessory drive belt.