Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Saturn Vue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Clean the mounting surfaces on the A/C clutch field coil and pulley.
- Install the A/C clutch field coil.
- Use SA9149AC-8 to install the field coil snap ring with the bevel side out. See Special Tools .
- Clean the thermal switch pocket if necessary.
- Apply thermal switch sealant, approximately the size of a pea, into the switch pocket.
- Install the thermal switch by pushing the switch into place and wetting out the sealant, while holding the switch in place. Wipe away any excess sealant.
- Install the thermal switch hold-down bracket and bolt.
Tighten: Tighten the bolt to 6 N.m (53 lb in).
- Use J 45504 to align the clutch bearing/pulley assembly over the hub. See Special Tools . Gently tap on the assembly to install.
- Use SA9149AC-8 to install the pulley snap ring with the bevel side out. See Special Tools .
- Install the spacer.
- Install the drive plate and nut. Use the old nut to evaluate the clearances.
- Using a feeler gauge, verify that the clearance is 0.35-0.75 mm (0.014-0.030 in).
- If necessary, adjust the clearance by adding or removing clutch hub spacers.
- Once the correct air gap is obtained, install a new clutch nut. Use J 45267
to hold the disk and hub assembly while tightening. See Special Tools .
Tighten: Tighten the nut to 19 N.m (14 lb ft).
- Install the compressor. Refer to Compressor Replacement .
- Evacuate and charge the refrigerant system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .
- Use J 39400-A to leak test the fittings. See Special Tools .
IMPORTANT:
It is important to use Saturn Sealant P/N 22681632 as a thermal conductive material. Failure to use this sealant may affect the function of the switch.
NOTE:
Refer to FASTENER NOTICE
in Cautions and Notices.
IMPORTANT:
The A/C clutch bearing and pulley is a slip fit on the compressor. If correctly aligned the pulley should slip on easily. If difficulty is encountered, install using the pulley installer tool.
IMPORTANT:
Align the block tooth on the disk and hub assembly with the groove in the shaft.