Grand Caravan FWD V6-3.8L VIN L (2001)
Fig.16 Remove Clutch Coil Snap Ring
11. Using snap ring pliers (Special Tool C-4574 or equivalent), remove the external snap ring that secures the clutch coil to the front cover of the
compressor housing, then slide the clutch coil OFF of the compressor.
INSTALLATION
The refrigerant system can remain fully charged during compressor clutch, pulley, or coil replacement. Although the compressor assembly must be
removed from its mounting, the compressor clutch can be service with the compressor in the vehicle.
1. Align the dowel pin on the back of the clutch coil with the hole in the compressor front cover, and position the clutch coil onto the compressor. Be
certain that the clutch coil pigtail wires are properly oriented and routed so that they are not pinched between the compressor front cover and the
clutch coil.
NOTE: A new snap ring must be used to secure the clutch coil to the compressor. The bevel side of the snap ring must face outward.
2. Using snap ring pliers (Special Tool C-4574 or equivalent), install the external snap ring that secures the clutch coil to the front cover of the
compressor. The bevel side of the snap ring must face outward and both snap ring eyelets must be oriented to the right or the left of the clutch coil
dowel pin location on the compressor. Be certain that the snap ring is fully and properly seated in the groove.
CAUTION: If the snap ring is not fully seated in the groove It will vibrate out, resulting in a clutch failure and severe damage to the compressor
front cover.
3. Install and tighten the screw that secures the clutch coil pigtail wire connector bracket and ground clip to the top of the compressor housing.
