Compressor Clutch: Service and Repair

Compressor Clutch / Overhaul







1. Remove the center bolt while holding the pressure plate.







2. Remove the pressure plate and shim(s) taking care not to lose the shim(s).







3. Remove the snap ring B with a snap ring pliers, then remove the pulley.

NOTE: Be careful not to damage the pulley and compressor during removal/installation. Once the snap ring B is removed, replace it with a new one.







4. Remove the screw from the field coil ground terminal. Remove snap ring A with snap ring pliers, then remove the field coil.


NOTE: Be careful not to damage the field coil and compressor during removal/installation. Once snap ring A is removed, replace it with a new one.

5. Install in the reverse order of removal, and:
- install the field coil with the wire side facing down (see above).
- clean the pulley and compressor sliding surfaces with non-petroleum solvent.
- check the pulley bearings for excessive play.
- make sure the snap rings are in the groove properly.
- apply locking agent to the threads of the center bolt, and tighten it securely.
- make sure that the pulley turns smoothly after it's reassembled.