Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Pulley Bearing Replacement
Perform steps 1-4 of "SEAL REPLACEMENT". Using external snap ring pliers, remove snap ring retaining pulley and bearing assembly.
Install puller pilot to front head. Install pulley puller down into inner circle of slots in pulley. Turn puller clockwise to engage puller tangs in segment of pulley between slots.
Hold puller in place and tighten puller screw against puller pilot. Remove pulley and bearing assembly from compressor head.
Using support block, support the pulley hub properly. remove forcing screw from puller. Without removing puller from pulley, turn assembly over, and rest pulley on puller. Drive out bearing with bearing remover and a driver.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.