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Focus 1999 (08.1998-12.2004)

Climate Control System - General Information - Air Conditioning (A/C) Clutch Air Gap Adjustment Focus 1999 (08/1998-12/2004)
General Procedures

Materials
Name
Specification
Spacer washer set
 
  1. Measurement for recessed pulley
    Check the air gap A between the drive plate and the pulley at 60 degree intervals around the circumferance of the pulley, while operating the A/C clutch several times by means of a 5A fused jumper wire connected between the battery positive terminal, A/C clutch and battery ground. For additional information, refer to Specifications in this section.
    1. Belt pulley
    1. Drive plate
    • Air gap A (the difference measured between the A/C clutch engaged and disengaged)

  1. Measurement for non recessed pulley
    Check the air gap A between the drive plate and the pulley at 60 degrees intervals around the circumference. For additional information, refer to Specifications in this section.
    1. Belt pulley
    1. Spacer washer
    1. Drive plate
    • Air gap A

  1. Remove the drive plate.
  1. Correct air gap A as necessary using spacer washers.
  1. Install the drive plate. For additional information, refer to Specifications in this section.
  1. Check air gap A as described in step 1 or step 2. Repeat steps 3-5 if necessary.

Electronic Leak Detection > < Spring Lock Coupling