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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMITSUBISHI2004ECLIPSE L4-2.4L SOHCREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISHEATING AND AIR CONDITIONINGCOMPRESSOR HVACCOMPRESSOR CLUTCHSERVICE AND REPAIR
2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse L4-2.4L SOHC
Compressor Clutch: Service and Repair
2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse L4-2.4L SOHCSECTION Service and Repair
Note: This article is updated by TSB 03-55-007
DISASSEMBLY SERVICE POINT
<> NUT REMOVAL
Use special tools MB991367 and MB991386 to hold the magnetic clutch, and remove the nut.
ASSEMBLY SERVICE POINTS
>>A<< CLUTCH COIL INSTALLATION
When installing the clutch coil to the A/C compressor body, install so that the pin hole of the A/C compressor body and the clutch coil projection are aligned.
>>B<< SNAP RING INSTALLATION
Install the snap ring so that the tapered surface is to the outside.
>>C<< ARMATURE PLATE INSTALLATION
Align the serration protrusion on the crankshaft with the notch on the armature and install.
>>D<< NUT INSTALLATION
Use special tools MB991367 and MB991386 to hold the magnetic clutch, and tighten the nut in the same manner as for removal.
>>E<< AIR GAP ADJUSTMENT
Check whether or not the air gap of the clutch is within the standard value.
Standard value:
- <2.4L engine> 0.3 - 0.5 mm (0.012 - 0.020 inch)
- <3.0L engine> 0.4 - 0.6 mm (0.016 - 0.024 inch)
NOTE: If there is a deviation of the air gap from the standard value, make the necessary adjustment by adjusting the number of shims.
>>F<< RELIEF VALVE INSTALLATION
Magnetic Clutch:
DISASSEMBLY SERVICE POINT
<> NUT REMOVAL
Use special tools MB991367 and MB991386 to hold the magnetic clutch, and remove the nut.
ASSEMBLY SERVICE POINTS
>>A<< CLUTCH COIL INSTALLATION
When installing the clutch coil to the A/C compressor body, install so that the pin hole of the A/C compressor body and the clutch coil projection are aligned.
>>B<< SNAP RING INSTALLATION
Install the snap ring so that the tapered surface is to the outside.
>>C<< ARMATURE PLATE INSTALLATION
Align the serration protrusion on the crankshaft with the notch on the armature and install.
>>D<< NUT INSTALLATION
Use special tools MB991367 and MB991386 to hold the magnetic clutch, and tighten the nut in the same manner as for removal.
>>E<< AIR GAP ADJUSTMENT
Check whether or not the air gap of the clutch is within the standard value.
Standard value:
- <2.4L engine> 0.3 - 0.5 mm (0.012 - 0.020 inch)
- <3.0L engine> 0.4 - 0.6 mm (0.016 - 0.024 inch)
NOTE: If there is a deviation of the air gap from the standard value, make the necessary adjustment by adjusting the number of shims.
>>F<< RELIEF VALVE INSTALLATION
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.