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For 1990-2009 cars only

Special Tools

    • J 25031-A Three Jaw Puller
    • J 39400-A Halogen Leak Detector
    • SA9149AC-8 Snap Ring Pliers
    • SA9510AC Clutch Drive Plate Holder

Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the compressor. Refer to Air Conditioning Compressor Replacement .

  2. Object Number: 1913924  Size: SH
  3. Use SA9510AC to hold the disk and hub assembly. Remove the clutch bolt and drive plate assembly.

  4. Object Number: 932532  Size: SH
  5. Remove the shim(s).

  6. Object Number: 932542  Size: SH
  7. Use SA9149AC-8 to remove the pulley snap ring.

  8. Object Number: 932551  Size: SH
  9. Grasp the air conditioning (A/C) clutch pulley and bearing assembly and remove from compressor.

  10. Object Number: 1913929  Size: SH
  11. Use J 25031-A to remove the field coil.

  12. Object Number: 932572  Size: SH
  13. Remove the A/C clutch field coil.

Installation Procedure

  1. Clean the mounting surfaces on the A/C clutch field coil and pulley.

  2. Object Number: 932572  Size: SH
  3. Install the A/C clutch field coil.

  4. Object Number: 932576  Size: SH
  5. The A/C clutch bearing and pulley is a slip fit on the compressor. If correctly aligned the pulley should slip on easily.

  6. Object Number: 932542  Size: SH
  7. Use SA9149AC-8 to install the pulley snap ring with the bevel side out.

  8. Object Number: 932532  Size: SH
  9. Install the shim(s).
  10. Install the drive plate and bolt.

  11. Object Number: 932582  Size: SH
  12. Using a feeler gage, measure the clearance between the pulley and the drive plate.
  13. Measure
    The clearance should be 0.35-0.65 mm (0.014-0.025 in).

  14. If necessary, adjust the clearance by adding or removing clutch hub shim(s).
  15. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 1913924  Size: SH
  16. Once the correct air gap is obtained, install a new clutch bolt. Use SA9510AC to hold the disk and hub assembly while tightening.
  17. Tighten
    Tighten the nut to 12 N·m (106 lb in).

  18. Install the compressor. Refer to Air Conditioning Compressor Replacement .
  19. Evacuate and charge the A/C system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .
  20. Test the affected A/C joints for leaks using J 39400-A .