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12. Compressor

A: INSPECTION

1. MAGNETIC CLUTCH CLEARANCE

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1) Check the clearance of the entire circumfer-

ence around the drive plate and pulley.

0.45±0.15 mm (0.0177±0.0059 in)

2. MAGNETIC CLUTCH OPERATION

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1) Disconnect the compressor connector.

2) Connect the No. 3 terminal of the compressor

connector from the battery to the positive (+) lead.

Ground the negative (−) lead to the body.

3) Make sure the magnet clutch engages.

If NG, replace the compressor.

HVAC System (Heater, Ventilator and A/C)

1) Perform oil return operation. <Ref. to AC-28,

OPERATION, Compressor Oil.>

2) Turn A/C switch OFF and stop the engine.

3) Using refrigerant recovery system, discharge

refrigerant. <Ref. to AC-22, OPERATION, Refrig-

erant Recovery Procedure.>

4) Disconnect ground cable from battery.

5) Remove duct (A).

6) Disconnect low-pressure hose (A) and high-

pressure hose (B).

Be careful not to lose O-rings on hose. Imme-

diately seal hose with a plug or vinyl tape to

prevent the entry of contamination.

7) Remove V-belt. <Ref. to ME-45, REMOVAL,

8) Remove generator. <Ref. to SC-13, REMOVAL,

9) Disconnect compressor harness from body har-

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