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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1996CHEVY EXPRESS G3500, VAN PASSENGER EXTENDED, 4.3 WREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)HEATING, VENTILATION & A/C (HVAC)GENERAL SERVICINGHVAC SYSTEM - COMPRESSOR SERVICINGZEXEL ROTARY VANECLUTCH ASSEMBLYREMOVAL
1996 Chevrolet Chevy Express G3500, Van Passenger Extended, 4.3 W
Clutch Assembly: Removal
1996 Chevrolet Chevy Express G3500, Van Passenger Extended, 4.3 WSECTION Removal
- Loosen tensioner and remove drive belt from pulley. Remove coolant/washer reservoir screws. Disconnect electrical harness from coolant reservoir. Release heater return pipe clips. Lift coolant/washer reservoir out of the way.
- Using Clutch Drive Plate Holder (SA9510AC) and 10-mm deep socket, remove clutch drive plate center bolt. Insert Drive Plate Holder Sleeve (SA9506AC) into center of drive plate. Install remover bolt. While holding clutch remover handle, tighten remover bolt to remove drive plate. DO NOT lose shims.
- Remove pulley snap ring. Position puller Center Adapter (SA9149AC-2) over end of compressor shaft. Attach 3-jaw puller to back of pulley. Tighten puller bolt against center adapter. Remove pulley. Remove clutch coil screws. Disconnect clutch coil wire. Remove clutch coil.
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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.