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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD1990RANGER 4WD L4-140 2.3L SOHCREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISHEATING AND AIR CONDITIONINGCOMPRESSOR HVACCOMPRESSOR PULLEYSERVICE AND REPAIRREMOVAL
1990 Ford Ranger 4WD L4-140 2.3L SOHC
Removal
1990 Ford Ranger 4WD L4-140 2.3L SOHCSECTION Removal
1. Remove clutch hub retaining nut using spanner wrench T81P-19623-MH or equivalent. On 10P15A compressors, use strap wrench D85L-6000-A or equivalent. It is necessary to connect field coil to a 12V source to energize the coil engaging the clutch.
Fig. 2 Clutch hub removal:
Fig. 1a Hub Driven Plate Remover Tool. FX-15:
2. Remove clutch hub and shims from compressor shaft with tool T80L-19703-B or equivalent, Fig. 2. Holding tool with 1 inch wrench, tighten bolt with 1/2 inch wrench. Use tool T88C-19703-BH or equivalent, Fig. 1a, to remove hub plate of 10P15A compressors.
3. Remove clutch pulley retaining snap ring.
4. Remove pulley and bearing assembly from compressor. If pulley and bearing assembly cannot be removed by hand, use a suitable puller.
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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.