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Compressor Clutch: Testing and Inspection





Check the following items.
- Check no sigh of compressor oil leakage
- Check magnet clutch pulley bearing for noise and grease leakage.
- Check magnet clutch operation as follows:
a. Connect battery (1) and ammeter (2) to compressor (3) as shown.
b. Check that steadily locks between armature plate (4) and magnet clutch pulley (5).
c. Check that ammeter (2) indicates specified current.

Specified current of magnet clutch : 4 A MAX at 12 V

If any detects are found, repair or replace magnet clutch assembly.