Compressor Clutch: Service and Repair

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 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 the 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 the snap ring A is removed, replace it with a new one.

5. Install in the reverse order of removal. Make note of the following items.
- Install the field coil with the wire side facing down (see above).
- Clear the pulley and compressor sliding surfaces with non-petroleum solvent.
- Make sure the snap rings are in the grooves properly.
- Make sure that the pulley turns smoothly after it's reassembled.