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With FX-15 Compressor

NOTE: Because the clutch field coil is pressed on the compressor front head, special tools are required for the removal and installation.

REMOVAL
1. Remove the compressor from the vehicle.
2. Remove the clutch hub and pulley.

A/C Clutch Field Coil - Removal:






3. Install the Shaft Protector Tool T89P-19823-CH or equivalent on the nose of the compressor.
4. Install the 2-Jaw Puller D80L-1002-L or equivalent on the compressor and coil. Place the tip of the puller forcing screw in the center pilot of the shaft protector and the jaws of puller around the back edge of the field coil.
5. Tighten the puller forcing screw to pull the coil from the compressor head.

CAUTION: Do not use air tools.

INSTALLATION
1. Clean the coil mounting surface on the front head to remove any dirt or corrosion.
2. With the compressor in a vertical position (nose up), place the field coil in position on the compressor front head. Ensure that the coil electrical connector is in the correct position.

A/C Coil Pressing Tool - Installation:






3. Position the Coil Pressing Installer Tool T89P-19623-EH or equivalent in position over the compressor nose and to the inner diameter of the field coil.
4. Position the 2-Jaw Puller D80L-1002-L or equivalent to the compressor and Field Coil Pressing Tool. The jaws of the puller should be firmly engaged with the rear side of the compressor front mounts. The forcing screw must be piloted on the center mark of the pressing tool.
5. Tighten the forcing screw with a wrench until the coil is pressed on the compressor front head.

CAUTION: Do not use air tools.

6. Ensure that the field coil bottoms against the head at all points around the circumference of the coil mounting surface.
7. Install the clutch pulley and hub on the compressor. Adjust the air gap as necessary.
8. Install the compressor on the vehicle.