Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 GMC Sierra, 2002 GMC Cab & Chassis Sierra, 2002 Chevrolet Silverado, and 2002 Chevrolet Cab & Chassis Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the A/C compressor. Refer to Compressor Replacement (L35 W/Harrison) , Compressor Replacement (LB7 w/Denso) , Compressor Replacement (LB7 w/Harrison) , Compressor Replacement (LR4, LM7, LQ4, L18 w/Denso) or Compressor Replacement (L18 w/Harrison) .
- Clamp the J 34992 in a vise.
- Use thumb screws in order to attach the compressor to the holding fixture.NOTE: Do not drive or pound on the clutch hub or shaft. Internal damage to the compressor may result. The forcing tip on the J 33013-B remover/installer center screw must be flat or the end of the shaft/axial plate assembly will be damaged.
- Ensure that the center screw forces the tip to thrust against the end of the shaft.
- Thread the J 33013-B into the hub.
- While holding the body of J 33013-B of the remover with a wrench, turn the center screw into the remover body in order to remove the clutch plate and hub assembly (1).
- Remove the shaft key. Retain the shaft key for reassembly.