Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2022 Cadillac CT4. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Raise and support the vehicle. Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
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NOTE:
Quantity of fasteners may vary based on option content.

Front Bumper Fascia Center Air Deflector Bolt (1) - Remove [5x]
Front Bumper Fascia Center Air Deflector Retainer (2) - Remove [2x]
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NOTE:
Quantity of fasteners may vary based on option content.

Front Wheelhouse Liner Bolt (1) - Remove
Engine Front Splash Shield Retainer (2) - Remove [2x]
Engine Front Splash Shield Bolt (3) - Remove
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NOTE:
Quantity of fasteners may vary based on option content.

Front Wheelhouse Liner Bolt (3) - Remove
Engine Front Splash Shield Retainer (2) - Remove [2x]
Engine Front Splash Shield Bolt (1) - Remove
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NOTE:
Quantity of fasteners may vary based on option content.

Front Compartment Air Deflector Bolt (1) - Remove [4x]
Front Compartment Air Deflector (2) - Remove
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Use the appropriate tool to hold the air conditioning compressor shaft (3), and the appropriate tool to turn air conditioning clutch drive plate (1) counter clockwise to loosen and remove.

NOTE:

The air conditioning clutch shim count will vary for each air conditioning compressor. Be sure to verify the number of shims once the clutch is removed.

Remove the air conditioning clutch shim (s) (2).