How to install new pulley on A/C compressor?

2006 KIA SORENTO
190,000 MILES • 3.5L • V6 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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MNELSON088
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how do I get the new pulley on? I've got the clutch coil on finally but now struggling to get the pulley on. any suggestions?
Jun 8, 2021 at 4:07 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

The pulley simply goes over the shaft and then needs to be drawn on. I use a slightly longer bolt that threads into the shaft, and a few washers larger than the OD of the opening on the pulley. When I tighten the bolt, the pulley is pushed into position.

They make a special tool to install pullies. When you put this together, make sure you don't miss the original shims.

Let me know if this helps.

Joe
Jun 9, 2021 at 9:07 PM
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