A/C Clutch

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Fig 1: Compressor Shaft Bolt, Clutch Plate & A/C Compressor

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Remove the A/C compressor (3) and place it on a workbench. Refer to COMPRESSOR, A/C, REMOVAL .
Remove the compressor shaft bolt (1). A band-type oil filter wrench or a strap wrench may be used to hold the clutch plate (2) from rotating during bolt removal.

Fig 2: Identifying Compressor Shaft, Clutch Plate & Shim
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CAUTION:
Do not pry between the clutch plate and the pulley and bearing assembly to remove the clutch plate from the compressor shaft as this may damage the clutch plate.

NOTE:
Use care not to misplace any clutch shim(s) during removal of the clutch plate, as they may be reused during the clutch plate installation process.
Tap the clutch plate (2) lightly with a plastic mallet to release it from the splines on the compressor shaft (1) and remove the clutch plate and shim(s) (3).

Fig 3: Compressor Pulley Snap Ring, Pulley And Bearing Assembly & A/C Compressor
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Using snap ring pliers, remove the snap ring (1) that secures the pulley and bearing assembly (2) to the A/C compressor (3) and remove the pulley and bearing assembly.

Fig 4: Compressor Clutch Coil Snap Ring, A/C Clutch Coil & A/C Compressor
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Using snap ring pliers, remove the snap ring (1) that secures the A/C clutch coil (2) to the A/C compressor (3) and remove the coil.