Compressor Clutch Plate and Hub Assembly Removal (V5 - Conventional Mount)

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

Tools Required

J 33022 6-Point 13 mm Socket. See Special Tools and Equipment .
J 33027-A Clutch Hub Holding Tool. See Special Tools and Equipment .
J 33013-B Hub And Drive Plate Remover/Installer. See Special Tools and Equipment .
J 34992 Compressor Holding Fixture. See Special Tools and Equipment .

Clamp the J 34992 in a vise.
Attach the A/C compressor to the holding fixture using the thumb screws.
Use the J 33027-A in order to prevent the clutch hub and drive plate assembly from turning.
Use the J 33022 in order to remove the shaft nut.

Fig 1: Removing Shaft Nut Using J 33022 (V5 - Conventional Mount)
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Thread the J 33013-B into the hub.
Use a wrench in order to hold the body of the J 33013-B .
Turn the center screw into the body of the J 33013-B in order to remove the clutch plate and hub assembly.

Fig 2: Removing Clutch Plate & Hub Assembly
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Remove the shaft key. Retain the shaft key for reassembly.