AC Clutch replacement
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AC Clutch replacement
can it be done without taking out the entire compressor? All systems work fine. Just a rattling noise from the clutch, squeak at start up. Occasional squeal while driving. Thanks. .
More Turbo
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That is a good question.
Personally, I have not changed a Clutch on a Vehicle, ever.
Some other questions to ask is:
The rattling is the Bearings? If so,
Does the Shaft have excessive Run-Out?,
Does the noise disappear after start up? That could be the Belt,
Or, are you referring to the Engagement Disk of the Clutch by itself?
The issue I see is space. My removal Tool is easily 12" in length once installed.
The next question is: Will the Installation Tool fit? It requires a Hammer to Seat the Bearings and it to proper depth. That tool is about 6" in length. But requires a no-bounce or dead blow hammer.
So, If you can get enough space removing the Degas Bottle I would say "maybe".
Adding the tool cost, Parts Cost, and time, I would replace the compressor and Dryer, Vacuum and re-fill the system to specs. There is no running into an issue which precludes the use of the current compressor due to shaft run-out of internal bearing failure.
Hope it works out. Post back if you get it done. I'm curious now.
Personally, I have not changed a Clutch on a Vehicle, ever.
Some other questions to ask is:
The rattling is the Bearings? If so,
Does the Shaft have excessive Run-Out?,
Does the noise disappear after start up? That could be the Belt,
Or, are you referring to the Engagement Disk of the Clutch by itself?
The issue I see is space. My removal Tool is easily 12" in length once installed.
The next question is: Will the Installation Tool fit? It requires a Hammer to Seat the Bearings and it to proper depth. That tool is about 6" in length. But requires a no-bounce or dead blow hammer.
So, If you can get enough space removing the Degas Bottle I would say "maybe".
Adding the tool cost, Parts Cost, and time, I would replace the compressor and Dryer, Vacuum and re-fill the system to specs. There is no running into an issue which precludes the use of the current compressor due to shaft run-out of internal bearing failure.
Hope it works out. Post back if you get it done. I'm curious now.
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Joined: Aug 2005
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From: Morgan Hill, CA
Yes. Get the clutch assy and not just the plate. It'll go in without disturbing the compressor. If you have a lot of miles (150k or more) get a new belt idler pulley assy as well. I'm due for another new one at 300k.
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Subscribing, do to having a clutch assy on the shelf. Last summer I removed thee last shim to be in spec for ac fun too, but at same time, noticed that the clutch plate and cover was heavily gouged and rivets barely having any meat left...
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