Air Conditioning

Compressor Clutch Overhaul

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  1. Remove the driver bolt while holding the driver clutch with driver clutch holder 5-8840-4056-0 (J-37872).

  1. Remove the driver clutch (A) and driver shim(s) (B), taking care not to lose the driver shim(s). If the clutch needs adjustment, increase or decrease the number and thickness of driver shims as necessary, then reinstall the driver clutch and recheck its clearance (see page 21-26).

  1. If you are replacing the clutch coil, remove the retaining ring (A) with retaining ring pliers, then remove the pulley assembly (B). Be careful not to damage the pulley assembly and compressor assembly.

  1. Remove the screw from the clutch coil ground terminal (A). Remove the retaining ring (B) with retaining ring pliers, then remove the clutch coil (C). Be careful not to damage the clutch coil and compressor assembly.