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Compressor Clutch: Removal and Installation: Installation

  1. Install the magnet coil and snap ring using a suitable tool.
    Fig 1: Identifying Magnet Coil And Pin
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    CAUTION: Be sure to align the magnet coil pin with the hole in the compressor front head.
  2. Install the magnet coil harness clip using a screwdriver.
    Fig 2: Installing Pulley Assembly
    G06443272Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.

    Tool number: - (J-38873-A) 

  3. Install the clutch disc on the compressor shaft, together with the original shim(s). Press the clutch disc down by hand.
    Fig 3: Installing Clutch Disc On Compressor Shaft
    G06443273Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.
  4. Install the clutch pulley bolt using Tool, to prevent the clutch disc from turning and tighten the bolt to specification.
    Fig 4: Tightening Clutch Pulley Bolt
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    Tool number: J-44614 

    CAUTION: After tightening the clutch pulley bolt, check that the clutch pulley rotates smoothly.
  5. Check the pulley clearance all the way around the clutch disc as shown.
    Fig 5: Checking Pulley Clearance
    G06443275Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.

    Clutch disc-to-pulley clearance: 0.3 - 0.6 mm (0.012 - 0.024 in) 

  6. If the specified clearance is not obtained, replace the adjusting spacer to readjust.
  7. Install the cooling fan. Refer to [COOLING FAN: REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (CRANKSHAFT DRIVEN TYPE) ] (QR25DE), [ENGINE COOLING FAN: REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (CRANKSHAFT DRIVEN TYPE) ] (VQ40DE).