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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHRYSLER2004PT CRUISER TOURING, 2.4 B, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 84 (AIR CONDITIONING CONTROLS)A/C COMPRESSOR CLUTCHREMOVAL
2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring, 2.4 B, Automatic
A/C Compressor Clutch: Removal
2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring, 2.4 B, AutomaticSECTION Removal
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The refrigerant system can remain fully-charged during compressor clutch, pulley, or coil replacement. The compressor clutch can be serviced in the vehicle.
- Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable.
- Remove the serpentine drive belt (Refer to REMOVAL ) or (Refer to REMOVAL ).
- Unplug the compressor clutch coil wire harness connector.
- Remove the bolts that secure the compressor to the mounting bracket.
- Remove the compressor from the mounting bracket. Support the compressor in the engine compartment while servicing the clutch.
- Remove the compressor shaft bolt (Fig 1 ). A band type oil filter removal tool can be placed around the clutch plate to aid in bolt removal.
- Tap the clutch plate with a plastic hammer and remove clutch plate and shim(s) (Fig 2
).CAUTION: Do not use screwdrivers between the clutch plate assembly and pulley to remove front plate as this may damage the front plate assembly.
- Remove pulley retaining snap ring with Snap Ring Pliers (C-4574), and slide pulley assembly off of compressor (Fig 3 ).
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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.