Compressor Clutch Plate & Hub Assembly: Removal
- Clamp the compressor holding fixture in a vise.
- Use thumb screws in order to attach the compressor to the holding fixture.
- Ensure that the center screw forces the tip to thrust against the end of the shaft.
- Thread the hub and drive plate remover/installer into the hub.
- While holding the body of hub and drive plate remover/installer of the remover with a wrench, turn the center screw into the remover body in order to remove the clutch plate and hub assembly. See Figure.
- Remove the shaft key. Retain the shaft key for reassembly.
CAUTION:
DO NOT drive or pound on the clutch hub or shaft. Internal damage to the compressor may result. The forcing tip on the hub and drive plate remover/installer center screw must be flat or the end of the shaft/axial plate assembly will be damaged.