How do you remove ac clutch 1997 ford windstar?

Answer 1

find a/c compressor remove center bolt from electric clutch use a bridge puller span the clutch face plate now put a longer bolt through the center of puller, thread back into the clutch face plate as you tighten the bolt it will pull off face plate.go buy a snap ring remover set then take out the center snap ring the clutch housing and bearing will come off now just bump it with a block of wood.Install new clutch reverse order.remember your air gap is determined by the washers between face plate and clutch on center bolt.if you dont care if a/c works when your done you can force the clutch face plate off with two opposing flat screw drivers after removing center bolt.Now with this info you can make that dreadful bearing screech go away.Dont be fooled by regular auto techs you do not have to replace the compressor to put on a new clutch bearing assembly.Now you have the plan Get to work it will take you 1 to 4 hours on your skill level.God Bless have a great day