Compressor Clutch: Service and Repair

Tool Required:

J 41384 Clutch Plate Holder/Remover

Remove or Disconnect

1. Compressor assembly from vehicle.

Removing Pressure Plate Nut:

2. Pressure plate nut and washer from compressor drive shaft, using tool J 41384.

Removing Pressure Plate:

3. Pressure plate from compressor drive shaft, using tool J 41384.

Removing Snap Ring:

4. Snap ring and shim by using appropriate snap ring pliers.

5. Compressor clutch pulley from compressor. Tap off with plastic hammer if necessary.

Important
^ Be careful not to damage pulley when tapping it off. Use a pulley puller, like a J 8433, to assist in the removal of the clutch pulley.

Install or Connect

1. Compressor clutch pulley to compressor; secure with snap ring and shim.

2. Pressure plate to compressor drive shaft.

Measuring Pressure Plate To Clutch Pulley Clearance:

Measure
^ Clearance between clutch pulley and pressure plate with a feeler gauge. Specifications: 0.35 to 0.65 mm (0.014 to 0.025 in.). If clearance is not within specifications, replace the shim with one of right thickness in order to get proper clearance.

3. Pressure plate washer and nut to compressor drive shaft by using tool J 41384.

Tighten
^ Pressure plate nut to 15 to 20 N.m (10.8 to 15.2 lb. ft.).