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Old Jun 30, 2014 | 10:47 PM
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My AC is working until the car is warmed up then it blows hot air. Seems that there is a fix by removing 2 of the 3 shims behind the compressor clutch. I got everything removed but cant get the clutch off the compressor. Any pullers that will help? Advice please.
 
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Old Jul 1, 2014 | 08:37 AM
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It's only the outside face of the clutch that comes off. The large part with the pulley stays in place. I removed mine without removing the serpentine belt. Just remove the 10mm bolt in the middle and wiggle the outside part loose with a small flat blade screwdriver. Don't crank on it, just be gentle. It's old, like me.

Here is a thread with good pics: https://volvoforums.com/forum/volvo-...shimming-6665/
 
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Old Jul 1, 2014 | 12:21 PM
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Originally Posted by Hudini
It's only the outside face of the clutch that comes off. The large part with the pulley stays in place. I removed mine without removing the serpentine belt. Just remove the 10mm bolt in the middle and wiggle the outside part loose with a small flat blade screwdriver. Don't crank on it, just be gentle. It's old, like me.

Here is a thread with good pics: https://volvoforums.com/forum/volvo-...shimming-6665/

Man I tryed to screw drivers and was worried it was going to bend something. I took the belt off too. Do you know if there is a puller that would work on it?
 
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Old Jul 1, 2014 | 10:35 PM
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I borrowed an A/C clutch hub puller and installer from Oreily and got the clutch to break free. There were 3 shims originally. I took the 2 thinnest out and put the clutch back together and it worked. Ice cold air! Thanks for the help.
 
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Old Jul 2, 2014 | 05:51 AM
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Success! Old and stubborn they can be. Glad all is well.
 
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