[RSX_Monty]

Problem with the AC not working. The clutch was not engaging. Hoping it was the thermal protector I removed everything to get to the top of the compressor. Checked the thermal protector and it is good. Checked the field resistance and it was 0. Looks like an open coil. My question is can the coil be replaced with taking out the compressor? It almost looks like I can get to the compressor from the side fender well. But, I'm not sure if I take the compressor loose that I'll be able to turn it enough to get to the front of the clutch.

Anyone know if you can replace the AC field coil with the compressor in the car?

Thanks!

 

[mikegedge]

I replaced mine without taking the compressor out of the car but you do have to access it from above and un-mount it but don't bust the lines loose.

 

[RSX_Monty]

Thanks, did just that. It was a pita but got it out and mostly back together. The pain is still better than breaking into the system.

Thanks again.

 

[chadeck]

I tried to replace this without dropping the compressor, I was so close to getting the pulley off but I couldn't.

What all did you remove to get the compressor off? Also, did you have any trouble getting the pulley off??

 

[Combushtin]

I am having the same problem, what all had to be removed to get the AC pulley off without removing the lines? Did you ever find out?

 

[02mike]

Any updates on this?
I am in the same boat, I am going to attempt to replace my ac pulley/clutch/coil with compressor attached to the car. I am having a hell of a time removing the pulley from a spare compressor I have, even with the snap ring removed. Anyone else experience this? Seeking a solution to move forward with this.

 

[PwRdByV-TeC]

Any updates on this?
I am in the same boat, I am going to attempt to replace my ac pulley/clutch/coil with compressor attached to the car. I am having a hell of a time removing the pulley from a spare compressor I have, even with the snap ring removed. Anyone else experience this? Seeking a solution to move forward with this.

Did u get it all done Mike ?

 

[zeppdogg]

Man I'm stuck. There's not enough room to get the pulley out of the way

 

[02mike]

Did u get it all done Mike ?

Yes thanks for your help
I ended up pulling the whole compressor because I shattered the field coil while trying to remove it.

 

[zeppdogg]

This where I got stuck. I had to wedge the scissors jack between the subframe and pan to even make it this far