Compressor Clutch Plate/Hub Assembly Replacement

2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LS, 4D Pickup, RWDSECTION Compressor Clutch Plate/Hub Assembly Replacement
Fig 1: Compressor Clutch Plate/Hub Assembly
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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 (V8) .
  2. Remove the air conditioning compressor if necessary. Refer to Air Conditioning Compressor Replacement (LU3) , Air Conditioning Compressor Replacement (LZ1, L20, LC9, L9H, L92, LMG) , Air Conditioning Compressor Replacement (LGH, LML) .
  3. Disconnect the electrical connector from the air conditioning compressor.
1 Air Conditioning Compressor Pulley Bolt
CAUTION:

Refer to Fastener Caution .


Tighten 
18 N.m (13 lb ft)
2 Air Conditioning Clutch Drive Plate
Procedure 
Measure and adjust the air conditioning compressor clutch drive plate per specification. Refer to Air Conditioning Clutch Drive Plate Adjustment .
3 Air Conditioning Compressor Clutch Drive Plate Adjustment Shim
4 Air Conditioning Compressor Clutch Pulley Snap Ring
Procedure 
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 
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
RENDER: 1.0x

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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.