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Electromagnetic clutch, compressor

Electromagnetic clutch, compressor

To remove



1. Place the car on a lift.

2. Relieve the tension on the multigroove V-belt by compressing and locking the belt tensioner with a 3 mm Allen key.

3. Unplug the connector to the compressor located behind the right-hand headlamp.

4. Unscrew the compressor's ground cable and securing plate from the compressor housing.


5. Lift up the car and remove the front right wheel.

6. Remove the right-hand cover. Undo the front end of the wing liner and hold it to one side.

7. Remove the multigroove V-belt from the compressor.

8. Remove the electromagnetic clutch.

Note

If the electromagnetic clutch sticks, tap it with a plastic hammer until it becomes loose.



To fit



1. Fit the electromagnetic clutch.

Tightening torque: 13 Nm (9.3 lbf ft)

2. Check the clearance between the drive flange and the belt pulley with a feeler gauge.


The clearance should be 0.5 ± 0.15 mm.

If necessary, adjust the clearance by changing the shims on the compressor shaft.

3. Mount the multigroove V-belt on the belt pulley and release the belt tensioner.

Check that the multigroove V-belt is located correctly.

4. Fit the front end of the wing liner and the right-hand cover.

5. Fit the right front wheel. Lower the car.

6. Connect the compressor ground cable and securing plate to the compressor housing.

7. Plug in the connector to the compressor lead behind the right-hand headlamp.