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Removal Procedure

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    Fig 1: View Of Drive Belt Tensioner
    GM657564Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install a ratchet into the air conditioning belt tensioner adapter opening.
  2. Rotate the belt tensioner counterclockwise in order to relieve the tension on the belt.
  3. Remove the belt from the air conditioning (A/C) compressor.
  4. Slowly release the tension on the A/C belt tensioner.
  5. Fig 2: Exploded View Of Compressor Clutch Plate Assembly
    GM667064Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Remove the clutch plate retaining bolt (1).
  7. Remove the clutch plate assembly (2).
  8. Remove the clutch hub/bearing snap ring (3).
  9. Remove the clutch hub/bearing assembly (4).
  10. Remove the snap ring (5) from the clutch coil (6).
  11. Remove the clutch coil (6) from the A/C compressor (7).