Air Conditioning (A/C) Clutch Air Gap Adjustment

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Check the A/C clutch air gap at three equally spaced places between the clutch hub and the A/C clutch pulley.

Fig 1: Checking A/C Clutch Air Gap At Three Equally Spaced Places Between Clutch Hub And A/C Clutch Pulley
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the A/C clutch. Add or remove spacers between the A/C clutch and the compressor shaft until clearance is within specification. Refer to AIR CONDITIONING .