90 Deville A/C Clutch
 

I just picked up this 90 Deville and the main project on this car is to fix the a/c!
I changed out the ac***ulator, washed all the lines, evap, and condensor and dumped the oil out of the compressor but I noticed that the plug was not connected to the compressor. I hooked it back up and finished what I was doing, replacing seals and running a vacuum for about an hour and then started to add the r-134a!

After I started to add Freon into the system the compressor started to cycle and then it shut down and blew the fuse which also controlled the climate control center.

I am 95% sure that it was caused by the compressor because it was unplugged before and I never had a problem with it until I plugged it in and started adding Freon. I need to know if it is possible to change the clutch while still attached to the car or would it be better to take the thing out all together? If I take it completely out I will just replace with a remaned compressor but would rather not have to take it all apart.

Any info will be appreciated!

RE: 90 Deville A/C Clutch
 

Clutch can be changed in or out of car. It does require special tools either way.

RE: 90 Deville A/C Clutch
 

Thank you for your help! I will try to rent the tool from the parts store if its available and try to tackle this job either tonight or tomorrow night.