RAM 3500 Truck 2WD L6-5.9L DSL Turbo (2008)
Compressor Clutch: Description and Operation
Description
DESCRIPTION
NOTE: Denso 10S17 A/C clutch assembly shown. Visteon HS-18 compressor similar.
The A/C compressor clutch assembly consists of a stationary electromagnetic field coil (4), bearing and pulley assembly (3), shims (7) and a clutch plate
(2) that is splined to the compressor shaft and secured by a bolt (1). These components provide the means to engage and disengage the A/C compressor
from the engine accessory drive belt.
The A/C clutch bearing and pulley assembly on both A/C compressors are retained to the front of the compressor with a snap ring (6). The A/C clutch
field coil on the Denso 10S17 A/C compressor is also retained to the front of the compressor using a snap ring (5). The field coil on the Visteon HS-18
compressor is pressed onto the front of the compressor.
