Air Conditioning System: Compressor: Disassembly
- Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
- Remove the compressor.
(Refer to Air Conditioning System - "COMPRESSOR ")
- Remove the clutch bolt (A) while holding the pulley with a clutch bolt remover (09977-3R000) and then remove the disc & hub assembly (B).
Tightening torque:
15.0 - 21.0 N.m (1.53 - 2.14 kgf.m, 11.1 - 15.5 lb - ft)
- Remove the snap ring (A) and then remove the pulley (B).NOTE:
- Be careful not to damage the pulley and compressor during disassembly/reassembly.
- Once the snap ring is removed, replace it with a new one.
- Reassemble in the reverse order of disassembly.
- Clean the pulley and compressor sliding surfaces with non-petroleum solvent.
- Install a new snap ring, and make sure they are fully seated in the groove.
- Make sure that the pulley turns smoothly after reassembly.