Disassembly

NOTE New compressors are supplied with outlet duct (1) and inlet duct (2) sealed by means of screw-on plugs.

Disassembly

• disconnect the electrical connection (arrowed) joining the pulley coupling solenoid supply lead and the terminal lead of thermal switch (3);
• unscrew screw (4) that fastens the bracket retaining the electromagnetic coupling terminal leads and switch (3) to the compressor and unscrew the switch from its seat on the outer compressor case;

• mark the position of each part prior to removal;
• secure front plate (5) in position and unscrew the socket screw (6) fastening it to the compressor shaft;
• remove plate (5) from grooved end of the compressor shaft;
• withdraw felt bush and metal washers from compressor shaft;

• use a pair of pliers to remove retaining ring (7) from its seat and then use a press or drift to remove pulley (8) together with bearing inner race from its seat;
• if the above bearing requires replacement, press out of pulley (8) using an appropriate drift;
• use a pair of pliers to remove ring (9) retaining solenoid (10), which may then be easily disengaged from the front compressor mount;