2003 FORD F-150 A/C CLUTCH NOISE AND REPAIR

[@thomasfixit7931]

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[@MemphisRideshare]

In my case they didn’t even add the main spacer. I had to buy a whole new clutch for my f150.

[@morrisw7227]

At the end you showed the pulley turning but you did not engage the clutch. Did the clutch work OK?

[@ketoninja]

This procedure is legit. I just finished mine and it worked. There's just a couple of things of note: 1) The new clutch/pulley kit with the 10mm screw, it will come with some washers. These washers must be installed INSIDE the clutch to give it clearance, or else you will still have a nice grinding noise 2) In order to tighten that screw properly, there is a tool you can rent from an auto parts store specifically made to hold the clutch in place while you tighten 3) make sure to wipe everything clean before installing the new stuff(maybe even use carb cleaner) because no debris can be in between the clutch and the pulley or it will grind THANKS FOR THE VID!

[@thomasfixit7931]

Welcome! Glad you got yours fixed.

[@Kotopi]

Thanks for the details!

[@bertraml.stamperjr.2795]

This is a great tutorial video, thank you for sharing! Highly recommended to anyone that wants to take this on their own.

[@thomasfixit7931]

Welcome! Thanks for recommending my video! I hope others will give it a thumbs up!

[@lastarlingellis]

Awsome video, showing how to disassemble outside of the vehicle was very helpful.

[@thomasfixit7931]

Thanks! Glad to help!

[@dragotx21]

Do u take the passenger wheel well plastic off and go at it from that angle or the shield underneath to get better access ?

[@88babster]

Glad I found this video, everything else says there’s a snap ring holding the coil but not the case and ships trying to say you have to replace the whole ac compressor, thanks for the upload off to the store for pb blaster

[@thomasfixit7931]

It wasn't easy but if you let the PB blaster soak in for a little while it will come off. I hope you get yours fixed soon. This Ford is still my daily driver.

[@RealisticFishing]

OMG, I might be attempting something like this soon. I am trying to bring a 90s Ford back from sitting a few years.

[@thomasfixit7931]

Did you ever work on that Ford?

[@thebackwoodsmechanic5029]

Great job dude. Fellow mechanic & Tradesman showing support

[@thomasfixit7931]

Thanks for the support!

[@40sUphillBothWays]

I cannot see the video as the lighting is bad, but I can hear. Mine is a '03 4.2L V6, but this instruction worked. That noisy damn thing is repaired. Jeesh what a racket. Thanks for the video and voice instruction.

[@thomasfixit7931]

I use a light now when I work under the truck, I didn't have a good one at the time. Glad the video helped!

[@01mitseclipsegt]

Well explained and very specific about everything. Good job 👍🏻

[@thomasfixit7931]

Glad it was helpful!

[@keylo2457]

great video my guy easiest how to diy by far kudos

[@thomasfixit7931]

Thanks! Glad it helped! I try to keep it simple if I can.

[@nathanm4875]

Thanks for the information and video bro helped a lot! 👍

[@thomasfixit7931]

Welcome! Glad to hear it helped!

[@cesarruiz2844]

Exelente video viejo, no entiendo para nada inglés, pero con tus maniobras de mano las explicaciones mimicas que hiciste lo comprendi, igual quiero reemplazar solo el rodamiento de mi polea f150 2002, pensé que se tenía que quitar todo el compresor del A/C

[@thomasfixit7931]

Thanks!

[@itotech7845]

@@thomasfixit7931 he said he doesn’t know English but with your help he was able to do it. He thought he had to replace the compressor also. Greta job.

[@318Deepsouth]

I’ve got everything off. Can’t get it back on. I’m tapping and pushing and everything. Dunno what imma do. Thx for the video

[@thomasfixit7931]

It is hard to say without looking at it, but you should be able to get it back on, IF they gave you the right part

[@danduyck6963]

Excellent video...tapping on the coil did not work for me...ford calls for coil to be bottemed at compressor shoulder...doing this caused pulley to not line up with compressor shaft and coil. This needs to be squared up. I made a cheap puller by using old clutch and a 4.5 grinding disc with center hammered out to pull on coil evenly. Only went to rust line on compressor...pulley slid right on after.. Ty for this video

[@thomasfixit7931]

Thanks! Glad it helped!

[@richardtharp1608]

How did you take the Coil off Without removing the Large external snap ring.. Excellent Instructional Repair Video, with Emphasis on Difficult parts of the Process !! .. Thanks

[@raramuri2013]

Thank you, you help to solve my problem, very good explanation.. God bless you!!

[@thomasfixit7931]

I'm glad I could help! Thanks for letting me know.

[@josephg1855]

I have a new ac compressor and it sounded like that, I’m pissed that I have to do this job. But thanks for sharing this video, it’s very helpful to me and many others. 💯👍

[@thomasfixit7931]

Sorry you have to do this job, but glad to hear the video helped.

[@TomFYouTube]

Thanks... Will be doing this in the morning. :( Hope I have the right clutch and all goes smooth...

[@thomasfixit7931]

I hope you got it replaced!

[@TomFYouTube]

@@thomasfixit7931 Yea I got it done. What a PIA that was! I have a 04 Expedition 5.4l and it was a little different. Even though I have several straight and bent split ring pliers, getting just the inner split ring off took about 20 minutes because I couldn't really see or get in there good. Also was fortunate to have a 3 jaw gear puller to get the pully off. Getting the new pully on was the hardest part. I had to bang it with a piece cut off wooden broom handle and my hammer about 50 times because it would only slide on 1/32" to 1/64" each time. Thanks...

[@wrr2112]

You can turn power on to the a/c to engage the clutch to remove the bolt. And, it's called a SNAP RING.

[@thomasfixit7931]

Thanks for the info. Sorry I misspoke, I always have fishing on my brain. Go check out my fishing channel.😉

[@lilharv321]

Great video, I had a hell of time getting the Coil off and now I can’t get the pulley back on. Driving me nuts.

[@thomasfixit7931]

Thanks! It is just a very tight space, you have to make sure the pulley is not crooked.

[@Rooskiy]

Much appreciated. Looks easy enough to diy.

[@thomasfixit7931]

Welcome!

[@geraldbraxton8709]

Superb video..thks THOMAS..

[@thomasfixit7931]

Welcome, just trying to help who I can.

[@Mike-01234]

I was always told if the clutch goes out the compressor isn't far behind that because it put lot of load on the clutch causing it to fail.

[@thomasfixit7931]

I got 1 more year out of it so far with the new clutch. Not bad for the original compressor though.

[@SparkleByMonica]

Well, I'm a jewelry maker watching car repair videos...so I can say another positive for this whole YT mess. Maybe if my car blows up, I might actually know one or two things that are helpful. lol. Still working through the playlist.

[@thomasfixit7931]

LOL!

[@gregoryjoesphziegler6454]

good job. Very helpful.

[@thomasfixit7931]

Glad to hear I could help!

[@tijman1]

thx for the upload

[@thomasfixit7931]

Thanks for watching! Just trying to help someone else fix their headaches.

[@cornholio318]

Did you use the spacer from the original clutch and put it on the new one? I replaced my clutch and pulley and it was fine for about three weeks and then the belt wouldn’t turn. I have the old spacer. Any suggestions on where it would go?

[@fdukes30]

Well i tried to keep putting mine off to fix for a little while longer but today the pulley seized up and snapped my belt today, got a long day tomorrow replacing all this now lol

[@thomasfixit7931]

I hope you get it fixed with no problems.

[@fdukes30]

Ok so I got it fixed yesterday but the new pulley makes a slight squeaking noise, is there something I can spray on it to make it go away. New belt plus the new clutch assembly like you changed out. Its works great just has that little bit of squeaking noise.

[@thomasfixit7931]

@@fdukes30 you shouldn't need to, but you could buy belt conditioner.

[@OakLogHome]

I really liked and appreciate the video. I am doing this same exact repair right now on my 03 F150. It helped me a lot. The only thing is, I am attempting to install all the parts while the compressor is still in my truck as you did and I can’t seem to press the coil on. Any advice there. You didn’t show much on that part. It seems like yours went on very easy and mine is not.

[@thomasfixit7931]

It just has to be lined up perfectly and it is a tight fit. Glad the video helped sorry for late response, haven't been on KZbin, been busy working.

[@johnl.sillasen1780]

Used night vision goggles to watch video.

[@thomasfixit7931]

Back then I didn't have a GoPro where I could see what I was filming. I use a light now in dark spaces too

[@RedSeal_Flathead]

Do you have part numbers for replacement parts ?

[@RealWolfmanDan]

Seems like it would be a really useful video especially for the problem I'm having over it's so dark at least on my phone that I can't tell what's happening

[@thomasfixit7931]

It is dark, because I needed a brighter light. Try turning up the brightness on you phone display all the way to see if that helps.

[@regigilman2255]

I work on one of those and did it with a easier and more room Remove the fan and fan housing And it's exposed even to remove the pump if neede

[@michaeljaworski6522]

Changed out my AC clutch, pulley, & magnet, set gap but once I start the engine, the unit doesn't cycle. Suggestions?

[@thomasfixit7931]

Since I don't know the original problem. You have to make sure you have enough refrigerant in the system. If you don't have A/C gauges, you can buy an A/C Pro recharge kit, that basic gauge can tell you if it is full. Check my Recharging A/C video.

[@MichaelWhite-yg1uw]

Thanks bud!

[@thomasfixit7931]

Glad it help!

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[@thomasfixit7931]

Thanks! I can use all the help right now! I have been doing this channel plus my fishing channel for years.

[@FunThingsInJacksonville]

I have a 2012 F-150. Do you think this procedure is applicable? Great video.

[@thomasfixit7931]

Thanks! I would think so, but I would have to look at it.

[@colemanel4828]

It applies to that year as well.

[@fdukes30]

thats the same noise mine is making and i was wondering if its the a/c clutch, plus my air conditioning just quit working today so

[@thomasfixit7931]

I hope you can get it fixed yourself and save some money.

[@fdukes30]

@@thomasfixit7931 thanks for the vid man, it will come in handy when i get the part and do the work myself

[@EatSleepRVRepeat]

Can anyone tell me the specs on the bolt? I know its 8mm but length and width. Ty

[@davidvazquez9398]

Been having trouble reinstalling the coil back. Wont sit properly back on

[@thomasfixit7931]

Sorry you're having trouble, you have to get it evenly seated.

[@benbockey291]

Did the shims go inside the splines? And how many did you use? I hope you answer

[@thomasfixit7931]

Yes and I used one.

[@bradleyneidig7499]

I have a similar noise coming from my truck. I,m trying to figure out if it's this problem or something else. Did this noise only happen when the a/c was on or did it also make this noise with out having the a/c on. Thanks for your time.

[@thomasfixit7931]

It was making the noise all the time, with the a/c off. It was so worn out the ball bearings fell out when I took it apart.

[@cabinbills6743]

👍 good job thanks

[@thomasfixit7931]

Thanks and you're welcome!

[@ShadoWorx]

Did I miss the part about checking the clutch gap with a feeler gauge?

[@thomasfixit7931]

No, the part only came with one shim and the new clutch worked great so I didn't check it. The HAYNES repair manual doesn't show air gap specifications.

[@LemonySnicket-EUC]

@@thomasfixit7931 think it's anywhere between .014 and .030.

[@sambonno7399]

Thumbs up 👍great video.

[@thomasfixit7931]

Thanks! Just trying to help people fix their truck problems. Do it yourself and save hundreds of dollars.

[@cookielover9303]

thks

[@thomasfixit7931]

Glad I could help!

[@BillMartinRealtor]

Where did you get your parts? Were they aftermarket? My a/c is working but stops when it's really hot outside. When it's colder, it works like a dream.

[@thomasfixit7931]

Advanced Auto Parts is where I got the part.

[@michaelnixon35]

Did you have to discharge the a/c system to replace the part?

[@thomasfixit7931]

No

[@Kermwitaperm]

Thanks for the video man I really appreciate it, I got to the point wear I needed to remove the coil but wasn't sure if there was a snap ring inside or not. I will try to pry the coil off tomorrow .

[@thomasfixit7931]

I hope you get it fixed! I'm glad the video helped.

[@bruceanderson4892]

How long did it take to do the repair?

[@thomasfixit7931]

I don't remember, took me longer because I was filming too

[@can2jmoney]

Having issues removing it keeps spinning

[@thomasfixit7931]

Sorry to hear, hope you got it fixed.

[@jzmax22]

the 8mm bolt wont budge for me. any suggestions? the end of the bolt may have been rounded a little !

[@thomasfixit7931]

If rusted try some PB Blaster.

[@georgevinciguerra2494]

Was it counterclockwise to loosen ?

[@AdmiralPureBlood]

Do I need to buy a separate bearing?

[@thomasfixit7931]

I didn't have to.

[@santanaramos8181]

will this cause my ac to stop working ?

[@thomasfixit7931]

Yes.

[@MrSimhacker]

I cant see what you are doing, i realize its tight and tough to film. can you come fix mine?.lol

[@01mitseclipsegt]

Mines making same exact sound

[@thomasfixit7931]

sorry to hear

[@noahdavis8866]

How much did the parts cost?

[@thomasfixit7931]

The part was about $90 and I bought it from Advanced Auto Parts.

[@noahdavis8866]

Thomas Harden Fishing Do it yourself repairs thanks for the info

[@alexpuls8219]

I'm trying to figure out the noise coming from my truck. Its a 2003 f150. Similar to the one in the video. It almost sounds like an engine knock, but I'm leaning towards the AC compressor because the sound changes a bit when it engages and disengages. Anyone have any opinions let me know.

[@thomasfixit7931]

Well mine would change to until the clutch bearing completely burnt up and stopped working.

[@danielmoncheski8806]

Great video! It really helped. I borrowed a fan clutch tool from O' Reilly's and it helped me be able to tighten the new style clutch since there aren't bolt heads to hold a screwdriver against. It's the Adjustable Fan Clutch Tool #67065

[@thomasfixit7931]

Thanks! Glad to hear it helped! Do it yourself and save money!

[@danielmoncheski8806]

That's what I always say! Unfortunately I found out that the compressor was what took the clutch out. Ah well. Process of elimination. Looking for a reman. compressor w/o clutch. Should still save some $$$ in the end.

[@thomasfixit7931]

@@danielmoncheski8806 You always save money, but you get all the headache. =)

[@gamer21388]

Wish you had a light!

[@thomasfixit7931]

I do now, I didn't at the time.

[@potero01]

too dark to see but good video

[@thomasfixit7931]

Thanks! That was before I had a light.

[@Niafi11]

You mean how to fix Background Noise on a youtube video?

[@thomasfixit7931]

Yes.

[@jakejoyride]

Liked Watched Hit Red button ;) #iamacreator community here ... Nice channel you have Good Luck for you and your passions!

[@thomasfixit7931]

Thanks! Check out MEDSTER, it is a gaming channel I know.

[@rosannepappas5365]

No decent lighting. Looks like it was done at midnight.

[@thomasfixit7931]

I got a light now for my videos.

[@deddricksmith7700]

Change the compressor. Thats not easy

[@thomasfixit7931]

Compressor is not an easy job.

[@Domistroit]

No se ve ni madres

[@TrueNorth13]

Can’t see fuck all

[@Domistroit]

No se ve ni madres