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Removal Procedure

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  1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to LIFTING AND JACKING THE VEHICLE in General Information.
  2. Remove the engine protection shield. Refer to Engine Protection Shield Replacement in Frame and Underbody.
  3. Install a ratchet into the air conditioning (A/C) belt tensioner adapter opening.
    Fig 1: A/C Belt Tensioner
    GM370869Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Rotate the A/C belt tensioner clockwise in order to relieve the tension on the belt.
  5. Remove the A/C belt from the A/C compressor.
  6. Slowly release the tension on the A/C belt tensioner.
  7. Remove the clutch plate retaining bolt (1).
    Fig 2: Exploded View Of Compressor Clutch Plate Assembly
    GM667064Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Remove the clutch plate assembly (2).
  9. Remove the clutch hub/bearing snap ring (3).
  10. Remove the clutch hub/bearing assembly (4).
  11. Remove the snap ring (5) from the clutch coil (6).
  12. Remove the clutch coil (6) from the A/C compressor (7).