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Removal Procedure

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  1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle.
  2. Remove the engine protection shield. Refer to ENGINE PROTECTION SHIELD REPLACEMENT .
  3. Install a ratchet into the air conditioning (A/C) belt tensioner adapter opening.
  4. Fig 1: Rotating A/C Belt Tensioner
    G01478980Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Rotate the A/C belt tensioner clockwise in order to relieve the tension on the belt.
  6. Remove the A/C belt from the A/C compressor.
  7. Slowly release the tension on the A/C belt tensioner.
  8. Remove the clutch plate retaining bolt (1).
  9. Remove the clutch plate assembly (2).
  10. Remove the clutch hub/bearing snap ring (3).
  11. Remove the clutch hub/bearing assembly (4).
  12. Fig 2: Clutch Plate Retaining Bolt, Assembly, Hub/Bearing Snap Ring & Assembly
    G01478981Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.