Removal and Installation for Compressor Clutch: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Nissan Quest. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Install the magnet coil.
CAUTION: Be sure to align the magnet coil pin with the hole in the compressor front head.

Fig 1: Installing Magnet Coil
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Install the magnet coil harness clip using a screwdriver.
Install the pulley assembly using Tool and a wrench, then install the snap ring using snap ring pliers.

Fig 2: Installing Magnet Coil Harness Clip Using A Screwdriver
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Install the clutch disc on the compressor shaft, together with the original shim(s). Press the clutch disc down by hand.

Fig 3: Installing Clutch Disc On Compressor Shaft
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Install the clutch pulley bolt using Tool, to prevent the clutch disc from turning and tighten the bolt to specification. Refer to "COMPONENTS ".
Tool number : J-44614 (-)

CAUTION: After tightening the clutch pulley bolt, check that the clutch pulley rotates smoothly.

Fig 4: Installing Clutch Pulley Bolt Using Tool
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Check the pulley clearance all the way around the clutch disc as shown.
Clutch disc-to-pulley clearance : 0.3 - 0.6 mm (0.012 - 0.024 in)
If the specified clearance is not obtained, replace the adjusting spacer to readjust.
Connect the compressor electrical connector.
Install the drive belt.
Install the engine under cover and the splash shield.

Fig 5: Identifying Clutch Disc-To-Pulley Clearance
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