Magnetic Clutch Adjustment
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Mazda 6. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Measure the clearance around the entire circumference between the pressure plate and A/C compressor pulley using a thickness gauge.
- Verify that the clearance is within the specification.
- If not within the specification, remove the pressure plate and adjust the clearance by changing the shim (0.2 mm {0.008 in}, 0.5 mm {0.02 in} ) or the number of shims.
Clearance
0.3-0.6 mm {0.012-0.023 in}