Compressor Clutch: Installation: Notes

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Infiniti I35. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Install the field coil.
Be sure to align the coil's pin with the hole in the compressor's front head.
Install the field coil harness clip using a screwdriver.

Fig 1: Installing Field Coil
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Install the pulley assembly using the installer and a hand press, and then install the snap ring using snap ring pliers.

Fig 2: Installing Pulley Assembly & Snap Ring
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Install the clutch disc on the drive shaft, together with the original shim(s). Press the clutch disc down by hand.

Fig 3: Installing Clutch Disc With Shim
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Using the holder to prevent clutch disc rotation, tighten the bolt to 14 N.m (1.4 kg-m, 10 ft-lb) torque.
After tightening the bolt, check that the pulley rotates smoothly.

Fig 4: Tightening Center Bolt
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Check clearance around the entire periphery of clutch disc.
1. Disc-to-pulley clearance: 0.3 - 0.6 mm (0.012 - 0.024 in)
Fig 5: Checking Clearance Around Clutch Disc
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If the specified clearance is not obtained, replace adjusting spacer and readjust.