Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 GMC Sierra, 2008 GMC Cab & Chassis Sierra, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado, and 2008 Chevrolet Cab & Chassis Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install a ratchet into the air conditioning belt tensioner adapter opening.
- Rotate the belt tensioner counterclockwise in order to relieve the tension on the belt.
- Remove the belt from the air conditioning (A/C) compressor.
- Slowly release the tension on the A/C belt tensioner.
- Remove the clutch plate retaining bolt (1).
- Remove the clutch plate assembly (2).
- Remove the clutch hub/bearing snap ring (3).
- Remove the clutch hub/bearing assembly (4).
- Remove the snap ring (5) from the clutch coil (6).
- Remove the clutch coil (6) from the A/C compressor (7).