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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMITSUBISHI2005LANCER L4-2.4L SOHCREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISHEATING AND AIR CONDITIONINGCOMPRESSOR HVACSERVICE AND REPAIRDISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY
2005 Mitsubishi Lancer L4-2.4L SOHC
Disassembly and Assembly
2005 Mitsubishi Lancer L4-2.4L SOHCSECTION Disassembly and Assembly
COMPRESSOR ASSEMBLY AND TENSION PULLEY
DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY
DISASSEMBLY SERVICE POINT
Required Special Tools:
- MB991367: Special Spanner
- MB991386: Pin
<> SELF-"LOCKING NUT REMOVAL
ASSEMBLY SERVICE POINTS
>>A<< FIELD CORE ATTACHMENT
Line up the pin hole on the compressor unit with the field core projection and attach.
>>B<< SNAP RING INSTALLATION
Using snap ring pliers, fit the snap ring so that the snap ring's tapered part is on the outside.
>>C<< SELF-LOCKING NUT INSTALLATION
Using a special tool, as when removing the nut, secure the armature and tighten the self-locking nut.
>>D<< AIR GAP ADJUSTMENT
Apply voltage from the battery to the magnetic clutch and check that the clutch air gap is inside the standard value. If outside the standard value, use a shim to adjust the gap.
Standard value: 0.3 - 0.5 mm (0.012 - 0.020 inch)
NOTE: The shims are available in 0.05 mm steps across the thickness range 0.35 - 0.70 mm, and in 0.1 mm steps of thick- ness.
DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY
DISASSEMBLY SERVICE POINT
Required Special Tools:
- MB991367: Special Spanner
- MB991386: Pin
<> SELF-"LOCKING NUT REMOVAL
ASSEMBLY SERVICE POINTS
>>A<< FIELD CORE ATTACHMENT
Line up the pin hole on the compressor unit with the field core projection and attach.
>>B<< SNAP RING INSTALLATION
Using snap ring pliers, fit the snap ring so that the snap ring's tapered part is on the outside.
>>C<< SELF-LOCKING NUT INSTALLATION
Using a special tool, as when removing the nut, secure the armature and tighten the self-locking nut.
>>D<< AIR GAP ADJUSTMENT
Apply voltage from the battery to the magnetic clutch and check that the clutch air gap is inside the standard value. If outside the standard value, use a shim to adjust the gap.
Standard value: 0.3 - 0.5 mm (0.012 - 0.020 inch)
NOTE: The shims are available in 0.05 mm steps across the thickness range 0.35 - 0.70 mm, and in 0.1 mm steps of thick- ness.
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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.