Compressor Clutch Plate/Hub Assembly Replacement

2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G3500, Van Passenger ExtendedSECTION Compressor Clutch Plate/Hub Assembly Replacement
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Fig 1: Compressor Clutch Plate/Hub Assembly Replacement
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Preliminary Procedure

  1. Remove the air conditioning compressor belt. Refer to Air Conditioning Compressor Belt Replacement .
  2. Remove the air conditioning compressor if necessary. Refer to Air Conditioning Compressor Replacement (LY2, LY5, LH6, L76, L92 and LMG)Β  or Air Conditioning Compressor Replacement (HP2)Β 

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  3. Disconnect the electrical connector from the air conditioning compressor.
1 Air Conditioning Compressor Pulley Bolt.
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .

Tighten:Β  18 N.m (13 lb ft)

2 Air Conditioning Clutch Drive Plate.
Procedure:Β 
Measure and adjust the air conditioning compressor clutch drive plate per specification. Refer to Air Conditioning Clutch Drive Plate AdjustmentΒ .
3 Air Conditioning Compressor Clutch Drive Plate Adjustment Shim.
4 Air Conditioning Compressor Clutch Pulley Snap Ring.
Procedure:Β 
Ensure the clutch pulley snap ring is installed with the flat side toward the air compressor. Note the rounded off portion of the snap ring per illustration, will be on the right side upon proper installation.
5 Air Conditioning Compressor Clutch Pulley.
6 Air Conditioning Compressor Clutch Coil Snap Ring.
Procedure:Β 
Ensure the clutch coil snap ring is installed with the flat side toward the air compressor. Note the larger portion of the snap ring per illustration, will be on the right side upon proper installation.
7 Air Conditioning Compressor 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:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.