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Compressor Clutch: Adjustments




MAGNETIC CLUTCH ADJUSTMENT

1. Measure the clearance around the entire circumference between the pressure plate and A/C compressor pulley using a thickness gauge.






2. Verify that the clearance.

- If not within the specification, remove the pressure plate and adjust the clearance by changing the shim (0.2 mm {0.008 in}, 0.5 mm {0.02 in}) or the number of shims.

Clearance
- 0.3-0.5 mm {0.012-0.019 in}