Magnet Clutch Removal and Installation: Installation

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Install magnet clutch coil (2).
NOTE: Protrusion on under side of coil ring (1) must match hole in compressor assembly (3) to prevent movement ant correctly locate lead wire.
Using special tool (C), install snap ring as shown.
Special tool

(C): 09990-06107

Fig 1: Installing Snap Ring
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Install clamp portion and ground terminal of lead wire.
Install magnet clutch.
1. Set magnet clutch squarely over clutch installation boss.
2. Place special tool (D) onto clutch bearing.
  Ensure that edge rests only on inner race of bearing.
  
  Special tool
  
  (D): 09991-06010
  
  Fig 2: Installing Magnetic Clutch
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3. Install snap ring.
CAUTION: Be careful not to scratch bearing seal.
Adjust clearance, between armature plate and magnet clutch by putting shim on compressor shaft.
Standard clearance between armature plate and magnet clutch

"a": 0.3 - 0.5 mm (0.012 - 0.02 in.)

Fig 3: Adjusting Clearance, Between Armature Plate & Magnetic Clutch
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Tighten new armature plate nut as specified torque.

Tightening torque

Armature plate nut (a): 18 N.m (1.8 kg-m, 13.0 lb-ft)

Special tool

(A): 09991-06020

Fig 4: Tightening Armature Plate Nut

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