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Air Conditioning Clutch Replacement

Special Tools

For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools .

1. Remove the compressor. Refer to Air Conditioning Compressor Replacement .



2. Use the CH-50198 holder (1) to stop the compressor clutch plate from turning.
3. Remove the compressor clutch plate bolt from the compressor.



4. Remove the compressor clutch plate (1) and air gap shim (2) from the compressor.



5. Remove the compressor pulley circlip (1) using a ring pryer.



6. Remove the compressor pulley (1) from the compressor.



7. Remove the compressor clutch coil circlip (1) using a ring pryer.



8. Remove the compressor clutch coil (1) from the compressor.

1. Install the compressor clutch coil (1) to the compressor.



2. Install the compressor clutch coil circlip (1) using a ring pryer.



3. Install the compressor pulley (1) to the compressor.



4. Install the compressor pulley circlip (1) using a ring pryer.



5. Install the compressor clutch plate (1) and air gap shim (2) to the compressor.



6. Measure the air gap between the pulley and the drive plate. Adjust the shims to achieve a 0.3-0.6 mm (0.012-0.024 in) air gap.



7. Use the CH-50198 holder (1) to stop the compressor clutch plate from turning.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

8. Install the compressor clutch plate bolt and tighten to 14 N·m (10 lb ft).
9. Install the compressor. Refer to Air Conditioning Compressor Replacement .
10. Leak test the fittings using the GE 39400-A detector.