How to Burnish a New A/C Compressor Clutch on Jeep Wrangler?

After putting on the new compressor clutch, follow the same process about twenty times by turning it ON for five seconds and then OFF for five seconds. While testing, set the A/C control to Recirculation Mode and make sure the A/C button and blower motor switch are on high. Keep your engine's rpms in the range of 1500 to 2000 while you are testing. As a result of burnishing, the clutch will achieve better torque.

How to Service the A/C Compressor Clutch on Jeep Wrangler?

The first step to servicing a compressor clutch is to remove and separate the battery negative cable. Pullup against the fully compressed auxiliary spring to remove the bolt connecting the clutch to the compressor shaft with a band-type oil filter wrench. Hit the clutch plate with a plastic mallet to free it from the splines on the compressor shaft, then take both the clutch plate and the shim(s) out. No prying should take place between the clutch plate assembly and the pulley as it might result in damage. After that, remove the snap ring attaching the clutch pulley to the compressor front housing with special snap ring pliers, then pull the pulley assembly away. With a screwdriver, take out the screw and retainer from the lead wire harness on the compressor front housing. After that, remove the external snap ring that holds the coil to the front housing with your pliers and gently pull the coil assembly out. For installation, fit the dowel pin located on the back of the clutch field coil into the hole in the front of the compressor housing and then use your finger to put the field coil in place. Join the clutch coil lead wire to its retaining clip and secure it with a retaining screw. Always place the end of the snap ring that shows the bevel away from you and ensure that the two eyelets are to the right or left of the pin on the clutch compressor. Press on the snap ring so it sits perfectly in the groove and keep the clutch from failing. Run a block of wood over the friction surface on the pulley, using it to gently tap the assembly into the compressor for a perfect fit without damage. Put the pulley assembly retaining snap ring (the bevel side facing outward) into place using snap ring pliers, to ensure it's seated correctly. Where you keep the old clutch plate and pulley assembly, use the same shim(s); if not, use your new shim stack to match the height of the old ones on the shaft against the shoulder. Fit the clutch plate assembly on the shaft, then check the air gap with gauges in more than one spot to be sure it falls between the recommended range of 0.35 to 0.65 millimeters (0.014 to 0.026 inches). If required, move the shims to reach the right air gap. Then, put in the compressor shaft bolt and tighten it to 13 Nm (115 in. lbs.). For twenty cycles (five seconds ON, followed by five seconds OFF), run the compressor clutch in Recirculation Mode with the A/C button on, blower motor at maximum and car speed set between 1500 and 2000 rpm to seat the compression surfaces and reinforce the torque produced by the clutch.

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Jeep Wrangler Clutch Coil Part Number: 5003681AA
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- Other Name: Coil - A/C Clutch; A/C Compressor Clutch Coil; Clutch; Coil; Coil A/C Clutch; A/C Compressor Clutch
- Replaces: 5072863AA
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
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- 2000-2006 Jeep Wrangler | 65th Anniversary Edition, Rubicon, Sahara, SE, Sport, Unlimited, Unlimited Rubicon, X | 2.4L L4, 4 Cyl 2.4 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS, 4.0L L6, 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS
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- Other Name: Clutch - A/C Compressor; A/C Compressor Clutch; Clutch Plate & Hub Assembly; Clutch Overhaul Kit A/C Compressor with Snap Rings, Washers, Screws.
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- 2020-2023 Jeep Wrangler | Unlimited 80th Anniversary, Unlimited Freedom, Unlimited High Altitude, Unlimited Islander, Unlimited Rubicon, Unlimited Sahara, Unlimited Sahara Altitude, Unlimited Sport, Unlimited Sport Altitude, Unlimited Sport S, Unlimited Willys, Unlimited Willys Sport | 6 Cyl 3.0 L DIESEL
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- Other Name: Clutch - A/C Compressor; A/C Compressor Clutch Pulley; Clutch Overhaul Kit A/C Compressor: Snap Rings, Washers, Screws, Pulley Bolt.
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- 2020-2023 Jeep Wrangler | 80th Anniversary, Freedom, Islander, Rubicon, Sport, Sport S, Unlimited 80th Anniversary, Unlimited Freedom, Unlimited High Altitude, Unlimited High Tide, Unlimited Islander, Unlimited Rubicon, Unlimited Sahara, Unlimited Sahara Altitude, Unlimited Sport, Unlimited Sport Altitude, Unlimited Sport S, Unlimited Willys, Unlimited Willys Sport, Willys, Willys Sport | 6 Cyl 3.6 L MILD HYBRID EV-GAS (MHEV)
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Jeep Wrangler Clutch & Pulley Part Number: 68405120AA
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- Other Name: Clutch - A/C Compressor; A/C Compressor Clutch; Clutch Overhaul Kit A/C Compressor: Snap Rings, Washers, Screws, Pulley Bolt.
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- 2018-2025 Jeep Wrangler | 80th Anniversary, Freedom, Islander, Rubicon, Rubicon X, Sport, Sport S, Unlimited 80th Anniversary, Unlimited Freedom, Unlimited High Altitude, Unlimited High Altitude 4xe, Unlimited Islander, Unlimited Rubicon, Unlimited Rubicon 4xe, Unlimited Rubicon X, Unlimited Rubicon X 4xe, Unlimited Sahara, Unlimited Sahara 4xe, Unlimited Sahara Altitude, Unlimited Sport, Unlimited Sport Altitude, Unlimited Sport S, Unlimited Sport S 4xe, Unlimited Willys, Unlimited Willys 4xe, Unlimited Willys Sport, Willys, Willys Sport | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.0 L MILD HYBRID EV-GAS (MHEV), 4 Cyl 2.0 L PLUG-IN HYBRID EV-GAS (PHEV)
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- 1987-1991 Jeep Wrangler | Base, Islander, Laredo, S, Sahara, Sport | 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
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Jeep Wrangler Clutch & Pulley Part Number: 4882005
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- Other Name: Clutch - A/C Compressor; A/C Compressor Clutch; Clutch; Clutch A/C Compressor
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- 1997-2000 Jeep Wrangler | SE, Sahara, Sport | 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS
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Jeep Wrangler Clutch Coil Part Number: 68405116AA
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- Other Name: Coil - A/C Clutch; A/C Compressor Clutch Coil; Coil; Coil A/C Clutch; A/C Compressor Clutch
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- 2018-2025 Jeep Wrangler | 80th Anniversary, Freedom, Islander, Rubicon, Rubicon X, Sport, Sport S, Unlimited 80th Anniversary, Unlimited Freedom, Unlimited High Altitude, Unlimited High Altitude 4xe, Unlimited High Tide, Unlimited Islander, Unlimited Moab, Unlimited Rubicon, Unlimited Rubicon 392, Unlimited Rubicon 4xe, Unlimited Rubicon X, Unlimited Rubicon X 4xe, Unlimited Sahara, Unlimited Sahara 4xe, Unlimited Sahara Altitude, Unlimited Sport, Unlimited Sport Altitude, Unlimited Sport S, Unlimited Sport S 4xe, Unlimited Willys, Unlimited Willys 4xe, Unlimited Willys Sport, Willys, Willys Sport | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.0 L MILD HYBRID EV-GAS (MHEV), 4 Cyl 2.0 L PLUG-IN HYBRID EV-GAS (PHEV), 6 Cyl 3.0 L DIESEL, 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.6 L MILD HYBRID EV-GAS (MHEV), 8 Cyl 6.4 L GAS
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Jeep Wrangler Clutch Part Number: 5014415AA
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- Other Name: Clutch - A/C Compressor; A/C Compressor Clutch; Clutch A/C Compressor Overhaul Package; Clutch A/C Compressor Shim Package; Clutch A/C Compressor
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
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- 2000-2002 Jeep Wrangler | Sahara, Sport, X | 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS
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Jeep Wrangler Clutch Part Number: 5014092AA
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- 2000-2006 Jeep Wrangler | 65th Anniversary Edition, Rubicon, SE, Sahara, Sport, Unlimited, Unlimited Rubicon, X | 4 Cyl 2.4 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS
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Jeep Wrangler Clutch Coil Part Number: 4773987
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- Other Name: Clutch; Coil; Clutch, Compressor
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- 1991-1995 Jeep Wrangler | Base, Islander, Renegade, Rio Grande, S, SE, Sahara | 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS
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Jeep Wrangler Pulley Assembly Part Number: 4720834
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- Other Name: Pulley Kit - A/C Compressor; A/C Compressor Clutch Pulley; Serpentine Belt Drive Kit; Pulley & Armature; Clutch; Compressor Assembly, 2.4L Engine (Nippondenso) W/Clutch; A/C Compressor
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1999-2006 Jeep Wrangler | 65th Anniversary Edition, Rubicon, SE, Sahara, Sport, Unlimited, Unlimited Rubicon, X | 4 Cyl 2.4 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS
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Jeep Wrangler Compressor Assembly Part Number: 55037359AB
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- Other Name: Compressor - A/C; A/C Compressor; Compressor; Clutch
- Replaces: R7150406
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- 1994-1995 Jeep Wrangler | Renegade, Rio Grande, S, SE, Sahara | 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS

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When cabin cooling is requested, the Jeep Wrangler A/C Compressor Clutch transfers engine rotation to the air-conditioning compressor. The A/C Compressor Clutch or electromagnetic unit is made of a pulley which is belt-driven and spins continuously when the engine is running. When the person presses the air-conditioning button, an internal drum gets magnetised, attracts to this pulley, and locks the compressor input so that the compressor starts pumping refrigerant. The magnetic field collapses, drum releases, and the pulley turns freely to prevent unnecessary load on the engine and reduce wear on related parts, when the cooling demand is stopped. The on-off mechanism will allow for precise check of refrigerant flow to maintain temperature and excessive effort during normal use. For reliable comfort, a functioning A/C Compressor Clutch is essential; if it fails, it leaves the compressor inactive and the air uncooled. According to the manufacturer's specifications, this A/C Compressor Clutch is functional in design. It is the same as the model applied on Jeep vehicles including Wrangler. No different styles specified for Jeep Wrangler applications. It is simply a single assembly that has one function. It ensures reliable Jeep air-conditioning functionality. The A/C Compressor Clutch of the Wrangler engages and disengages from time to time in warm weather for comfort.

Jeep Wrangler A/C Compressor Clutch Parts and Q&A

Pulley Assembly
4720834
Q: How to Burnish a New A/C Compressor Clutch on Jeep Wrangler?
A:
After putting on the new compressor clutch, follow the same process about twenty times by turning it ON for five seconds and then OFF for five seconds. While testing, set the A/C control to Recirculation Mode and make sure the A/C button and blower motor switch are on high. Keep your engine's rpms in the range of 1500 to 2000 while you are testing. As a result of burnishing, the clutch will achieve better torque.
Clutch Coil
5003681AA
Q: How to Service the A/C Compressor Clutch on Jeep Wrangler?
A:
The first step to servicing a compressor clutch is to remove and separate the battery negative cable. Pullup against the fully compressed auxiliary spring to remove the bolt connecting the clutch to the compressor shaft with a band-type oil filter wrench. Hit the clutch plate with a plastic mallet to free it from the splines on the compressor shaft, then take both the clutch plate and the shim(s) out. No prying should take place between the clutch plate assembly and the pulley as it might result in damage. After that, remove the snap ring attaching the clutch pulley to the compressor front housing with special snap ring pliers, then pull the pulley assembly away. With a screwdriver, take out the screw and retainer from the lead wire harness on the compressor front housing. After that, remove the external snap ring that holds the coil to the front housing with your pliers and gently pull the coil assembly out. For installation, fit the dowel pin located on the back of the clutch field coil into the hole in the front of the compressor housing and then use your finger to put the field coil in place. Join the clutch coil lead wire to its retaining clip and secure it with a retaining screw. Always place the end of the snap ring that shows the bevel away from you and ensure that the two eyelets are to the right or left of the pin on the clutch compressor. Press on the snap ring so it sits perfectly in the groove and keep the clutch from failing. Run a block of wood over the friction surface on the pulley, using it to gently tap the assembly into the compressor for a perfect fit without damage. Put the pulley assembly retaining snap ring (the bevel side facing outward) into place using snap ring pliers, to ensure it's seated correctly. Where you keep the old clutch plate and pulley assembly, use the same shim(s); if not, use your new shim stack to match the height of the old ones on the shaft against the shoulder. Fit the clutch plate assembly on the shaft, then check the air gap with gauges in more than one spot to be sure it falls between the recommended range of 0.35 to 0.65 millimeters (0.014 to 0.026 inches). If required, move the shims to reach the right air gap. Then, put in the compressor shaft bolt and tighten it to 13 Nm (115 in. lbs.). For twenty cycles (five seconds ON, followed by five seconds OFF), run the compressor clutch in Recirculation Mode with the A/C button on, blower motor at maximum and car speed set between 1500 and 2000 rpm to seat the compression surfaces and reinforce the torque produced by the clutch.