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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD1996PICKUP F250, 2D PICKUP, 4.9 Y, STANDARD, M5OD-R2REPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)HEATING, VENTILATION & A/C (HVAC)GENERAL SERVICINGHVAC SYSTEM - COMPRESSOR SERVICINGSANDEN TRS-90 & TR-105 SCROLLAIR CONDITIONING COMPRESSOR CLUTCH ASSEMBLYREMOVAL
1996 Ford Pickup F250, 2D Pickup, 4.9 Y, Standard, M5OD-R2
Air Conditioning Compressor Clutch Assembly: Removal
1996 Ford Pickup F250, 2D Pickup, 4.9 Y, Standard, M5OD-R2SECTION Removal
- Without discharging A/C system, remove compressor from mount. Install two 6-mm bolts in holes of clutch plate. Use 6-mm bolts and 2 box-end wrenches to hold clutch plate while removing nut from end of compressor shaft.
- Remove clutch plate and shims. Using a plastic hammer, tap clutch plate from compressor (if necessary). DO NOT pry between clutch plate and pulley to remove clutch plate.
- Remove pulley assembly snap ring. Remove pulley assembly. Disconnect clutch coil lead. Scribe marks on clutch coil and compressor for installation reference. Remove snap ring and clutch coil.
NOTE:
Rotor/pulley assembly and clutch plate are a matched pair and should be replaced together.
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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.