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Removal (Caravan, Neon, Town & Country, PT Cruiser & Voyager)

  1. Disconnect and isolate battery negative cable. On all models except Neon, raise and support vehicle. On all models, remove serpentine drive belt. Disconnect compressor clutch coil and high pressure cut-out switch harness connectors.
  2. Loosen all 4 compressor mounting bolts/nut. On Neon, remove bolts and support compressor to gain access to clutch. On all models except Neon, remove all mounting bolts except one, to support compressor and allow it to tilt downward for clutch access.
    3. CAUTION: DO NOT use screwdrivers between clutch plate assembly and pulley to remove front plate. Doing so may damage front plate assembly.
  3. Using a strap wrench to keep shaft from turning, remove compressor shaft center bolt. Using a plastic mallet, tap clutch plate to loosen from compressor shaft. Remove clutch plate, shaft key and shims. See Figure.
  4. Remove snap ring, and slide pulley assembly off of compressor. Disconnect clutch coil lead. Remove snap ring and slide clutch coil off of compressor.
  5. Check friction surfaces of clutch pulley and front plate for excessive wear or scoring. Replace as necessary. If friction surfaces are oily, remove felt packing from front cover. If felt is saturated with oil, front seal is leaking and compressor must be replaced.
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