Clutch And Clutch Field Coil: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Ford Taurus. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the A/C compressor (19703). For additional information, refer to AIR CONDITIONING (A/C) COMPRESSOR-3.0L (2V) or AIR CONDITIONING (A/C) COMPRESSOR - 3.0L (4V) .
Remove the A/C clutch hub retaining bolt.
1. Hold the A/C clutch hub with the special tool.
2. Remove the bolt.
Fig 1: Removing A/C Clutch Hub Retaining Bolt Using Special Tool
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Remove the A/C clutch (2884) and the A/C clutch hub spacer (19D648).
1. Thread an 8 x 1.25 mm bolt into the A/C clutch to force it from the compressor shaft.
2. Lift the A/C clutch and the A/C clutch hub spacer from the compressor shaft.
Fig 2: Removing A/C Clutch (2884) And A/C Clutch Hub Spacer (19D648)
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Remove the pulley snap ring.

Fig 3: Removing Pulley Snap Ring
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Remove the A/C clutch pulley (2E884).

Fig 4: Removing A/C Clutch Pulley (2E884)
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CAUTION: Do not use air tools. The A/C compressor clutch field coil (2987) can be easily damaged.

Fig 5: Removing A/C Compressor Clutch Field Coil

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Remove the A/C compressor clutch field coil.
1. Note the location of the A/C compressor clutch field coil electrical connector.
2. Install the special tool on the nose opening of the A/C compressor.
3. Install the special tool.
4. Remove the A/C compressor clutch field coil.