RAM 3500 Truck 4WD L6-6.7L DSL Turbo VIN A (2007)
Compressor Clutch: Removal and Replacement
Denso A/C Compressor
DENSO A/C COMPRESSOR
NOTE: The compressor clutch assembly can be serviced with the refrigerant system fully-charged.
NOTE: Typical A/C compressor and clutch assembly shown in illustrations.
1. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the accessory drive belt.
3. Disconnect the engine wire harness from the compressor clutch field coil connector (1) located on the top of the A/C compressor (5).
4. Remove the bolts that secure the A/C compressor to the engine and support the A/C compressor.
5. Carefully remove the compressor clutch field coil connector and wire lead from the connector bracket (2).
6. Remove the compressor shaft bolt (3). A band-type oil filter wrench or a strap wrench may be used to hold the clutch plate (4) from rotating during
bolt removal.
CAUTION: Do not pry between the clutch plate and the pulley and bearing assembly to remove the clutch plate from the compressor
