Air Conditioning (A/C) Clutch Air Gap Adjustment

Activation 

1. 1.
   
   
   NOTE: Compressor with a spring rubber clutch shown others similar.

   Check the A/C clutch air gap at 3 equally spaced places between the clutch plate and the A/C clutch pulley. Refer to Specifications .

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1. 2.
   
   Remove the A/C clutch. Refer to Air Conditioning (A/C) Clutch and Air Conditioning (A/C) Clutch Field Coil .

1. 3.
   
   
   NOTE: For some vehicles a shim kit may only be available with the A/C clutch assembly.

   Add or remove spacers between the clutch plate hub and the compressor shaft until the clearance is within specification. Refer to Specifications .

   Torque: 159 lb.in (18 Nm)

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