Challenger SRT-8 V8-6.1L (2009)
6. Install the clutch plate (4) onto the front of the A/C compressor (5).
7. Install the compressor shaft bolt (3). Tighten the bolt to 19 Nm (168 in. lbs.).
NOTE: The shims may compress after tightening the shaft bolt. Check the air gap in four or more places to verify the air gap is correct. Spin
the pulley before performing a final check of the air gap.
NOTE: On models with the clutch plate recessed into the pulley, use a 90° wire gap gauge to measure the clutch air gap. On other models, use
a blade type feeler gauge to measure the air gap.
8. With the clutch plate assembled tight against the shim(s), measure the air gap between the clutch plate and the pulley and bearing assembly. The
air gap should be between 0.35 - 0.60 mm (0.014 - 0.024 in.). If the air gap is not between specifications, add or subtract shims as needed until the
correct air gap is obtained.
CAUTION: Be certain that the compressor clutch coil wire lead is routed so that it is not pinched between the A/C compressor and the coil
connector bracket.
9. Carefully route the compressor clutch field coil wire lead behind the connector bracket (2).
10. Install the compressor clutch field coil connector (1) onto the connector bracket.
11. Connect the engine wire harness to the compressor clutch field coil connector.
12. Install the accessory drive belt See: Engine, Cooling and Exhaust/Engine/Drive Belts, Mounts, Brackets and Accessories/Drive Belt/Service and
Repair/Removal and Replacement/Serpentine Accessory Drive Belt - Installation.
13. Install the radiator fan and shroud assembly See: Engine, Cooling and Exhaust/Cooling System/Radiator Cooling Fan/Service and Repair/Cooling
Fan - Installation.
14. Install the air cleaner housing and air intake hose See: Engine, Cooling and Exhaust/Engine/Tune-up and Engine Performance Checks/Air Cleaner
Housing/Service and Repair/Air Cleaner Body - Installation.
15. Reconnect the negative battery cable.
