Ford Fusion: Climate Control System - General Information / Air Conditioning (A/C) Clutch Air Gap Adjustment. General Procedures

Activation

1. NOTE: Compressor with a spring rubber clutch shown others similar.

   Check the A/C clutch air gap at 3 equally spaced places between the clutch plate and the A/C clutch pulley. Refer to Specifications in Group 412.
   

1. Remove the A/C clutch. Refer to Air Conditioning A/C Clutch and Air Conditioning A/C Clutch Field Coil procedure in Group 412.
   

1. NOTE: For some vehicles a shim kit may only be available with the A/C clutch assembly.

   Add or remove spacers between the clutch plate hub and the compressor shaft until the clearance is within specification. Refer to Specifications in Group 412.
   

1. • For fixed compressor
     Torque: 177 lb.in (20 Nm)
   • For EVDC compressor
     Torque: 128 lb.in (14.5 Nm)