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Magnet Clutch Removal and Installation: Installation

  1. Install magnet clutch coil.
    NOTE: Protrusion (1) on underside of magnet clutch coil and hole (2) on compressor body assembly must match to stop movement of magnet clutch coil and to locate lead wire correctly.
    Fig 1: Identifying Magnet Clutch Coil Protrusion
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  2. Install new snap ring (1) using snap ring pliers (opening type).
    Fig 2: Installing Snap Ring Using Snap Ring Pliers
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  3. Install magnet clutch pulley.
    1. Set magnet clutch horizontally over clutch installation boss.
    2. Place special tool (A) onto bearing of magnet clutch (1). Ensure that edge rests only inner race of bearing.

      Special Tool 

      (A): 09951-15511 

      Fig 3: Placing Special Tool Onto Bearing Of Magnet Clutch
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    3. Install new snap ring (1) using snap ring pliers (open type).
      Fig 4: Installing Snap Ring Using Snap Ring Pliers (Open Type)
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  4. Install armature plate (2).
  5. Using special tool (A), tighten armature plate bolt (1) to specified torque.

    Tightening torque 

    Armature plate bolt: 18 N.m (1.8 kgf-m, 13.5 lbf-ft) 

    Special Tool 

    (A): 09991-06310 

    Fig 5: Tightening Armature Plate Bolt Specified Torque Using Special Tool
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  6. Check clearance between armature plate (2) and magnet clutch pulley (3) using thickness gauge (1). If clearance is out of specification, adjust clearance by putting shim(s) on compressor shaft.

    Standard clearance between armature plate and magnet clutch 

    "a": 0.3 - 0.6 mm (0.012 - 0.024 in.) 

    Fig 6: Checking Clearance Between Armature Plate And Magnet Clutch Pulley Using Thickness Gauge
    G08894576Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.
  7. Install compressor to vehicle referring to COMPRESSOR ASSEMBLY REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .