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DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Clutch and Clutch Field Coil: Removal
2010 Ford Taurus SESECTION Removal
- Remove the A/C compressor. For additional information, refer to AIR CONDITIONING (A/C) COMPRESSOR .
- Remove the A/C clutch disc and hub bolt.
- Using the Compressor Clutch Holding Tool, hold the A/C clutch disc and hub.
- Remove the A/C clutch disc and hub bolt.
- Remove the A/C clutch disc and hub.
- Remove the A/C clutch disc and hub spacer(s).
- Remove the A/C compressor pulley snap ring.
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NOTE: Do not use air tools. Damage to the Air Conditioning (A/C) clutch pulley or A/C compressor may result.
Remove the A/C compressor pulley.
- Install the Compressor Pulley Remover.
- Using the Compressor Pulley Remover, remove the A/C compressor pulley.
- Remove the A/C clutch field coil snap ring.
- Remove the A/C clutch field coil electrical connector bracket screw.
- Remove the A/C clutch field coil.
RENDER: 1.0x
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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.