An AC clutch engages and turns off the compressor when the car’s air conditioning is turned on and off. Since an electric current from the on / off switch sends energy to the magnetic coil, it causes the stern clutch to pull towards the compressor, locking the pulley and hooking the compressor. Since the clutch is attached to the compressor shaft, if it is disabled, it will not move the compressor shaft. A few steps will help you to remedy this problem.
Step 1
Remove the strap from the air conditioning accessory with the appropriately sized wrench on the wrench set. Disconnect the magnetic coil connector from the compressor. Use the right size socket to remove the 6 mm screw in the center of the AC clutch.
Step 2
Pull the clutch and observe the spacers on the shaft behind it. They are used to open the clutch properly, so keep them in a safe place to avoid losing them. Remove the snap-ring on the shaft that secures the pulley and slide it off the shaft.
Step 3
Clean the shaft and other parts thoroughly before installation. Insert the new pulley and engage the snap-ring with the beveled edge facing out.
Step 4
Install a spacer on the compressor shaft, then install the clutch and securely tighten the 6 mm screw.
Step 5
Place the feeler gauge between the clutch and the pulley to ensure proper clearance. If the clearance is not correct, remove the clutch plate and add another spacer.
Check the air gap to ensure that the clutch engages correctly. If the air gap and / or clearance is not accurate, your clutch may wear out more quickly. Next to the connector to the electromagnetic coil.
