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HOMESERVICE MANUALSHYUNDAI2005SONATA V6-2.7LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISHEATING AND AIR CONDITIONINGCOMPRESSOR HVACSERVICE AND REPAIRREASSEMBLY
2005 Hyundai Sonata V6-2.7L
Reassembly
2005 Hyundai Sonata V6-2.7LSECTION Reassembly
REASSEMBLY

1. After reassembling the compressor assembly by the reverse of the disassembly procedure given, check the clutch air gap between the clutch hub and the pulley mating surface with a feeler gauge. The air gap should be as follows.
Air gap: 0.35 - 0.65 mm (0.014 - 0.026 inch)
NOTE: When reassembling the compressor assembly clean the pulley bearing surface and coil press diameter of the front head to remove any dirt or corrosion.
2. If the clutch air gap is not within the dimensions specified above, adjust the various thickness shims until the air gap is within the specified limits.
1. After reassembling the compressor assembly by the reverse of the disassembly procedure given, check the clutch air gap between the clutch hub and the pulley mating surface with a feeler gauge. The air gap should be as follows.
Air gap: 0.35 - 0.65 mm (0.014 - 0.026 inch)
NOTE: When reassembling the compressor assembly clean the pulley bearing surface and coil press diameter of the front head to remove any dirt or corrosion.
2. If the clutch air gap is not within the dimensions specified above, adjust the various thickness shims until the air gap is within the specified limits.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.