ac clutch is weak??

[iracemine]

cool!!!!

 

[kemorris]

Weak A/C Clutch

i got cold air again, one clucth and pulley later :O) now a lil ill change out the magnet just cuz i have it . thanks again!!!!!!!!!!!

Really super simple job.
Step 1. Remove Jack tools. Move the Radiator Expansion Tank out of the way by removing the three screws holding it in place. No need to disconnect hoses.
Step 2. Turn the ignition to on and turn your A/C on. (Do not start the engine.)
Step 3. Use an 8mm Socket on a ratchet. Remove the center bolt from the compressor.
Step 4. Once loose turn the ignition to off.
Step 5. Locate the small washer that will either be stuck to the end of the spline shaft or inside the clutch disk. Remove this washer.
Step 6. Remove any excess grease from the disk area. It may cause slipping and reapply new grease to spline.
Step 7. Place the disk back on the spline and reinsert the screw. (Remember do not reinstall the washer.)
Step 8. Turn the ignition and A/C back on. (Do not start the engine.)
Step 9. Tighten the bolt.
Step 10. Test the A/C with the ignition on. Turn the A/C switch on/off repeatedly to make sure it engages and disengages without problems. Turn ignition back off.
Step 11. Place the expansion tank back into it's home and place bolts back in place. Place jack tools back into holder.
Step 12. Start engine and enjoy your A/C.
NOTE: The reason I turn the ignition to on is so that there is no need to have a special tool to hold the clutch disk from turning. The electromagnet will hold it tight and the compression from the engine will keep it from turning since the serpentine belt is still connected.

I will have to try this. I can't stand another Summer of intermittent A/C.

Thanks

 

[CKyle494]

Gator Ford in Tampa is the bomb. I took my truck in on emergency for my AC thinking at least it was the compressor. Would work off and on when ever it wanted, I was heading to NYC and it was going to be a HOT long trip. They got me in and called me back in about 30 min. The bad news was it was the wiring harness going to compressor and a low pressure switch. The good news was it was in stock and be ready in about an hour. 137.36 and 45 minutes later I was on my way to NYC.......that was 2 years ago and I haven't had an issue since with ICE COLD air.......THANKS GATOR FORD!

 

[Tail_Gunner]

My AC was cutting out when I would romp on the go pedal. I tought it might be the compressor stopping momemtarily.

I got a refridgerent recharge kit from Advance auto parts and it did the trick. I'm lucky enough to live in a state that allows the retail sale of the enviromentally safe refridgerent. There are some states don't even though the stuff is supposedly safe.

The AC now gets it colder than a well diggers butt in there now.

It's the only time I've had to touch the AC system in 10 years.

 

[kemorris]

Thank You

Thank You! This post took care of my intermittent A/C clutch. It was easy and only took about 10 minutes. I'll be cool this Summer.