Commander 4WD V8-4.7L VIN N (2006)
Compressor Clutch: Service and Repair
Removal and Installation
CLUTCH-A/C COMPRESSOR
REMOVAL
NOTE:
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The compressor clutch assembly can be serviced with the refrigerant system fully-charged.
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Typical A/C compressor 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 shaft as this
may damage the clutch plate.
NOTE: Use care not to lose any clutch shim(s) during removal of the clutch plate, as they may be reused during the clutch plate installation
process.
