Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Saturn Vue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the compressor. Refer to Compressor Replacement .

Fig 1: Clutch Nut, Disk & Hub Assembly

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Use J 45267 to hold the disk and hub assembly. See Special Tools . Remove the clutch nut and the disk and hub assembly.

Fig 2: Compressor Clutch Assembly & Spacer

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Remove the spacer.

Fig 3: Pulley Snap Ring

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Use SA9149AC-8 to remove the pulley snap ring. See Special Tools .

Fig 4: A/C Clutch Pulley

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Use J 25031-A to remove the A/C clutch pulley. See Special Tools .

Fig 5: Thermal Switch Bolt & Hold-Down Bracket

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Remove the thermal switch bolt and the hold-down bracket.

IMPORTANT: It may be necessary to pry the switch lightly with a small screwdriver.

Lift out the thermal switch while lightly twisting and pulling up on the sensor.

Fig 6: Field Coil Snap Ring

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Use SA9149AC-8 to remove the field coil snap ring. See Special Tools .

Fig 7: A/C Clutch Field Coil

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Remove the A/C clutch field coil.