Explorer 2WD V8-4.6L VIN 8 (2006)
5. Remove the A/C compressor pulley.
1. Install the special tool.
2. Remove the A/C compressor pulley.
FS18 compressors only
6. CAUTION: Do not use air tools. The A/C clutch field coil can be easily damaged.
Remove the A/C clutch field coil.
1. Install the special tool.
2. Install the special tool.
3. Remove the A/C clutch field coil.
FS20 compressors only
7. Remove the A/C clutch field coil snap ring.
8. Remove the A/C clutch field coil.
Installation
NOTE: If installing a new A/C compressor, the A/C clutch components should be reused unless obvious signs of damage are found. If excessive
grooving is found, a new A/C clutch disc and hub and A/C compressor pulley must be installed together. Otherwise, each component can be installed
individually where needed.
All vehicles
1. Visually inspect the A/C clutch disc and hub, A/C compressor pulley and A/C clutch field coil for damage.
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Inspect for physical damage, including cracked or melted components or discoloration due to excessive heat.
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Inspect for excessive wear, including grooving in the A/C clutch disc and hub or A/C compressor pulley that is more than fingernail depth.
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Inspect for roughness in the A/C compressor pulley bearing.
2. Clean the A/C clutch field coil and pulley mounting surfaces.
FS18 compressors only
3. CAUTION: Do not use air tools. The A/C clutch field coil can be easily damaged.
Install the A/C clutch field coil.
1. Place the A/C clutch field coil on the A/C compressor with the A/C clutch field coil electrical connector correctly positioned.
2. Place the special tool on the A/C clutch field coil.
3. Place the special tool 412-065 on the special tool 412-078.