Clutch Assembly: Removal

1995 Chevrolet Cavalier LS, 2D Convertible, 2.2 4, StandardSECTION Removal
  1. Discharge A/C system using approved refrigerant recovery/recycling equipment. Remove compressor. Drain oil from compressor, and measure amount drained.
  2. Using Spanner (J-37872), hold clutch and remove compressor shaft nut. Using Puller (J-37825), remove clutch plate. Remove key from compressor shaft.
  3. Remove pulley external snap ring. Install jaws of Puller (J-37828) in snap ring groove on pulley.
  4. Install puller plate on jaws. Thread 2 bolts through puller plate into jaws finger tight. Tighten pulley center bolt and remove pulley from compressor. Remove clutch coil snap ring and clutch coil.
RENDER: 1.0x

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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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