Civic L4-1.3L Hybrid (2008)
Compressor Clutch: Service and Repair
A/C Compressor Clutch Overhaul
Special Tools Required
A/C clutch holder, Robinair 10204 or Kent-Moore J37872, or Honda Tool and Equipment KMT-J33939, commercially available
1. Remove the center nut while holding the armature plate (A) with a commercially available A/C clutch holder (B).
2. Remove the armature plate (A) and shim(s) (B), taking care not to lose the shim(s). If the clutch needs adjustment, increase or decrease the number
and thickness of shims as necessary, then reinstall the armature plate, and recheck its clearance.
NOTE: The shims are available in four thicknesses: 0.1 mm, 0.2 mm, 0.4 mm, and 0.5 mm.
3. If you are replacing the field coil, remove the snap ring (A) with snap ring pliers, then remove the rotor pulley (B). Be careful not to damage the
rotor pulley and A/C compressor.
