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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: Exploded View Of Compressor Clutch Plate Assembly
    GM667064Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install the clutch coil (6) to the A/C compressor (7).
  2. Install the snap ring (5) to the clutch coil (6).
  3. Install the clutch hub/bearing assembly (4).
  4. Install the clutch hub/bearing snap ring (3).
  5. Place a small amount of oil on the thinnest air gap shim and place it inside the clutch plate.
    6. Fig 2: Identifying Compressor Clutch Plate
    GM872556Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Install the clutch plate assembly (2).
    7. Fig 3: View Of Air Gap Between Pulley And Drive Plate
    GM187363Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: Ensure the drive plate does not drag against the pulley when the pulley is rotated.
  7. Measure the air gap between the pulley and the drive plate. Adjust the shims to achieve a 0.35-0.65 mm (0.014-0.026 in) air gap.
    8. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
  8. Install the clutch plate retaining bolt (1).

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolt to 18 N.m (13 lb ft).

    9. Fig 4: View Of Drive Belt Tensioner
    GM657564Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Install a ratchet into the belt tensioner adapter opening.
  10. Rotate the belt tensioner counterclockwise in order to relieve the tension on the belt.
  11. Install the belt to the A/C compressor.
  12. Slowly release the tension on the belt tensioner.
  13. Remove the ratchet from the belt tensioner.
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