Does this mean the clutch is bad?

2006 FORD F-150
154,000 MILES • 5.4L • V8 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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JACKBURKHART
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R-134 F guava says it’s okay. I looked at clutch and it was not moving when AC is on. I tapped it and started turning and started to cool. Does this mean the clutch is bad?
Jun 28, 2019 at 7:14 PM
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BMDOUBLE
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This is not the recommended diagnostic procedure, but in the real world that is one way to verify that yes the clutch is bad! You are spot on sir!
Jun 28, 2019 at 7:40 PM
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JACKBURKHART
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Thank you BmDouble.
Is it possible the change the clutch without removing the compressor?
It is a very tight area and I am not sure if I can even get to it. Any suggestions?
Jun 28, 2019 at 8:00 PM
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BMDOUBLE
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From what I remember on the 2006 F-150's, you should be able to get to it from underneath. Just lay on a creeper and you can see it from behind the bottom of the shroud. It’s tight but it can be done my friend!
Jun 28, 2019 at 8:24 PM
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JACKBURKHART
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Okay thanks. Is the a special tool I need to take it off and would you know if it is readily available? I have seen some on amazon and are there shims I must keep and maintain a gap? I have been watching some YouTube.
Jun 28, 2019 at 10:01 PM
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DANNY L
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Hello, I'm Danny.

Just to add my two cents. I've attached air gap specification below as a picture. A/C clutch removal/install tools are available at any local auto parts store in their tool loaner program for rent.Hope this helps and thanks again for using 2CarPros.
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Jun 30, 2019 at 8:24 PM
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JACKBURKHART
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Thank you.

I have called several auto parts places the average price for A/C clutch is $100.00. I found them on Amazon for $35.00.
Just have to wait on shipping. They are Motor Craft parts also
Any suggestion's?
Jul 2, 2019 at 8:53 AM
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STRAILER
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Yes use the Motor Craft unit. Please let us know what you find.
Jul 4, 2019 at 4:10 PM