Installation Procedure
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- Install the compressor pulley on the compressor housing.
- Install the retaining ring in the groove in the compressor housing.
Install the compressor clutch plate.
Insert the spacing washer (2).
- Tighten the compressor clutch plate bolt to 13.5 N.m (119 lb in). Counterhold with GE-48965 wrench (1).
- Inspect reference gap of compressor clutch.
Reference value: 0.3 mm - 0.6 mm (0.012 in - 0.024 in).
- Correct the reference gap for the compressor clutch.
Detach the compressor clutch plate and change spacing washer.
- Repeat inspection as described.
- Remove the A/C compressor from the bench vise.
- Install the A/C compressor. Refer to Air Conditioning Compressor Replacement .
CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution .
NOTE:
Check reference gap between clutch plate and the belt pulley at 4 points with feeler gauge and form mean value.
NOTE:
If the reference gap is too large, install thicker spacing washer (2) between compressor shaft and clutch, install a thinner one if the reference gap is too small. Spacing washers available: 0.1 mm, 0.3 mm, 0.5 mm.