A/C Clutch

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The A/C clutch assembly can be serviced with the refrigerant system fully-charged.

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Typical A/C compressor and clutch assembly shown in illustrations.

Fig 1: Locating A/C Compressor Shaft Bolt

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Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable.
On 2.8L engine models, remove the air cleaner housing. .
On 3.0L/3.6L engine models, remove the coolant recovery container. Refer to BOTTLE, COOLANT RECOVERY, REMOVAL .
Remove the accessory drive belt. Refer to BELT, SERPENTINE, REMOVAL .
Disconnect the engine wire harness from the A/C clutch coil connector (1).
If equipped, remove the screw that secures the connector bracket (2) to the A/C compressor (5) and position the bracket and wire lead out of the way.
NOTE:
A band-type oil filter wrench or a strap wrench may be used to hold the clutch plate from turning during compressor shaft bolt removal.
Hold the clutch plate (4) from turning and remove the compressor shaft bolt (3).

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.

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Use care not to lose 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: Pulley & Snap Ring
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The pulley and bearing assembly can be removed from the compressor by hand or, if required, with a two jaw puller.
Using A/C Snap Ring Pliers (special tool #9764, Pliers, A/C Snap Ring) (1) or equivalent, remove the snap ring (2) that secures the pulley and bearing assembly (3) to the front of the A/C compressor (4).
Remove the pulley and bearing assembly from the front of the A/C compressor. If required, install a two jaw puller and turn the puller center-bolt clockwise until the pulley and bearing assembly is completely removed.

Fig 4: Clutch Coil & Screws
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Remove the three screws (1) that secure the A/C clutch coil (2) to the front of the A/C compressor (3) and remove the coil.