Compressor Clutch: Adjustments

2012 Ford E 250 V8-5.4LSECTION Adjustments



Air Conditioning (A/C) Clutch Air Gap Adjustment

1. Check the A/C clutch air gap at 3 equally spaced places between the clutch plate and the A/C clutch pulley.





2. Remove the clutch plate. Add or remove spacers between the clutch plate hub and the compressor shaft until the clearance is within specification.
RENDER: 1.0x

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