Overhaul

Inspection

1. Check the plated parts of the limiter assembly (A) for color changes, peeling or other damage. If there is damage, replace the clutch set.
2. Check the pulley (B) bearing play and drag by rotating the pulley by hand. Replace the clutch set with a new one if it is noisy or has excessive play/drag.






Disassembly

1. Remove the center bolt (A) while holding the limiter assembly with a commercially available limiter assembly bolt remover; Special tool number 09977-3R000.

Tightening torque:
10 - 15N.m (1.02 - 1.53kgf.m, 7.37 - 11lb-ft)




2. Remove the limiter assembly (A) and shim (gap washer) (B), taking care not to lose the shims.




3. If you removal the field coil, remove retainer ring (A) with retainer ring pliers.

NOTE:
- Be careful not to damage the pulley (B) and compressor during removal/installation.
- Once retainer ring (A) is removed, replace it with a new one.




4. Reassemble the compressor clutch in the reverse order of disassembly, and note these items :
A. Clean the pulley and compressor sliding surfaces with non-petroleum solvent.
B. Install new retainer rings, and make sure they are fully seated in the groove.
C. Make sure that the pulley turns smoothly after its reassembled.