A/C Compressor Clutch - Removal

A/C CLUTCH

Special Tools:






NOTE: The A/C clutch can be serviced with the refrigerant system fully-charged.

NOTE: Typical A/C compressor and clutch assembly shown in illustrations.





1. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the accessory drive belt Serpentine Accessory Drive Belt - Removal.
3. Disconnect the engine wire harness from the A/C clutch coil connector (1).
4. If required (depending on A/C compressor application), remove the A/C clutch coil connector and lead from the connector bracket (2).
5. If required, remove the A/C compressor from the engine and support the compressor A/C Compressor - Removal.
6. Remove the compressor shaft bolt (3). A band-type oil filter wrench or a strap wrench may be used to hold the clutch plate (4) from rotating during bolt removal.






CAUTION: Do not pry between the clutch plate and the pulley and bearing assembly to remove the clutch plate from the compressor shaft as this may damage the clutch plate.

NOTE: Use care not to lose any clutch shim(s) during removal of the clutch plate, as they may be reused during the clutch plate installation process.

7. Tap the clutch plate (2) lightly with a plastic mallet to release it from the splines on the compressor shaft (1) and remove the clutch plate and shim(s) (3).





8. Using A/C Snap Ring Pliers (1) or equivalent, remove the snap ring (2) that secures the pulley and bearing assembly (3) to the A/C compressor and remove the pulley and bearing assembly.





9. Using A/C Snap Ring Pliers (1) or equivalent, remove the snap ring (4) that secures the A/C clutch coil (2) to the A/C compressor (3) and remove the coil.