Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the A/C compressor. Refer to COMPRESSOR REPLACEMENT .
- Clamp the A/C compressor holding fixture, J 41790 in a vise and attach the A/C compressor to the J 41790 .
- Remove the clutch plate and hub assembly. Refer to COMPRESSOR CLUTCH PLATE AND HUB ASSEMBLY REMOVAL (V7 - DIRECT MOUNT) .
- Using external snap ring pliers (1), remove the clutch rotor and bearing assembly retaining ring (3).
- Place the J 33023-A on the clutch rotor.
- Install the J 41552
down into the inner circle of slots in the rotor.
Turn the J 41552 clockwise in the slots to engage the puller tangs with the rotor.
- Hold the J 41552 in place and use a wrench to turn the center forcing screw against the J 33023-A to remove the clutch rotor and bearing assembly.