COMPRESSOR AND MAGNETIC CLUTCH (for 2WD): Disassembly

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Lexus IS 350 and 2006 Lexus IS 250. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

REMOVE MAGNETIC CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
1. Place the compressor and magnetic clutch in a vise.
2. Using vise pliers, hold the magnetic clutch hub.
3. Remove the bolt, magnetic clutch hub and magnetic clutch washers.
  HINT:
  
  There is no set number of magnetic clutch washers since they are used for adjusting.
  
  Fig 1: Holding Magnetic Clutch Hub Using Vise Pliers
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4. Using a snap ring expander, remove the snap ring and magnetic clutch rotor.
  NOTE: Take care not to damage the seal cover of the bearing when removing the snap ring.
5. Disconnect the connector.
6. Remove the screw.
  
  Fig 2: Removing Snap Ring Magnetic Clutch Rotor Using Snap Ring Expander
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7. Using a snap ring expander, remove the snap ring and magnetic clutch stator.
Fig 3: Removing Snap Ring Magnetic Clutch Stator Using Snap Ring Expander
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