Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 GMC Sierra, 2004 GMC Cab & Chassis Sierra, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado, and 2004 Chevrolet Cab & Chassis Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to LIFTING AND JACKING THE VEHICLE in General Information.
- Remove the engine protection shield. Refer to Engine Protection Shield Replacement in Frame and Underbody.
- Install a ratchet into the air conditioning (A/C) belt tensioner adapter opening.
- Rotate the A/C belt tensioner clockwise in order to relieve the tension on the belt.
- Remove the A/C belt from the A/C compressor.
- Slowly release the tension on the A/C belt tensioner.
- Remove the clutch plate retaining bolt (1).
- Remove the clutch plate assembly (2).
- Remove the clutch hub/bearing snap ring (3).
- Remove the clutch hub/bearing assembly (4).
- Remove the snap ring (5) from the clutch coil (6).
- Remove the clutch coil (6) from the A/C compressor (7).