Clutch Coil: Installation

1999 BMW 328i 2D Convertible, AutomaticSECTION Installation
  1. Ensure clutch disc and pulley contact surfaces are clean and free of excessive grooving and/or excessive heat damage. Check clutch coil for loose connection or cracked insulation. Replace components as necessary. Replace clutch disc and pulley assembly as a set.
  2. Align clutch coil pin with hole in front head of compressor. Install clutch coil harness clip and clutch coil snap ring. Using hand press and Pulley Installer (J-41261), install pulley assembly. Install pulley assembly snap ring. Install original shim(s) and clutch disc. Using Clutch Disc Wrench (J-41260), install and tighten center bolt to 10 ft. lbs. (14 N.m). Ensure pulley turns smoothly.
  3. Using a feeler gauge check clutch plate and pulley assembly air gap. Air gap should be 0.012-0.024" (0.30-0.60 mm). If air gap is incorrect, add or remove shims as necessary.
  4. Install compressor and any other components. Evacuate and charge A/C system. Operate A/C system and engage and disengage A/C compressor clutch about 30 times to break in replacement clutch disc and pulley assembly.
Fig 1: Exploded View Of Compressor (Calsonic V6)
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