A/C compressor clutch issue

[2003bmtf150]

My '03 F150 w/a 4.2L engine has a squalling A/C Compressor clutch. My research found it has a type FS10 compressor and the R134a doesn't have to be evacuated to replace it and the bearing, nor takes special tools I can't get at the auto store. Is my research accurate? Any tips on doin' this job? Thanks for any insight ya can provide.

 

[blacksnapon]

My '03 F150 w/a 4.2L engine has a squalling A/C Compressor clutch. My research found it has a type FS10 compressor and the R134a doesn't have to be evacuated to replace it and the bearing, nor takes special tools I can't get at the auto store. Is my research accurate? Any tips on doin' this job? Thanks for any insight ya can provide.

Make sure its not the compressor locking up causing the "squeal". Yes, you are right.