Compressor Clutch Coil: Service and Repair

Air Conditioning Clutch Coil Replacement (4.3L)

Special Tools

J 33027-A A/C Clutch Hub Holder

Removal Procedure




1. Remove the air conditioning (A/C) compressor.
2. Use the J 33027-A to keep the clutch drive assembly from turning.
3. Remove the clutch plate retaining bolt (1).
4. Remove the clutch plate assembly (2) with shims (3).
5. Remove the clutch hub/bearing snap ring (4).
6. Remove the clutch hub/bearing assembly (5).
7. Remove the clutch coil connector bracket retaining screw (9).
8. Remove the clutch coil snap ring (6).
9. Remove the clutch coil assembly (7).

Installation Procedure




1. Install the coil assembly (7) to the compressor (8).
2. Install the coil snap ring (6).

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.

3. Install the coil connector retaining bracket screw (9).

Tighten the screw to 9 N.m (80 lb in).

4. Install the clutch hub/bearing assembly (5).
5. Install the clutch hub/bearing snap ring (4).




6. Install the clutch plate assembly (2) with shims (3).

Important: Ensure the drive plate does not drag against the pulley when the pulley is rotated.

7. Measure the air gap between the pulley and the drive plate. Adjust the shims (3) to achieve a 0.35-0.65 mm (0.014-0.026 in) air gap.
8. Install the clutch plate retaining bolt.

Tighten the bolt to 18 N.m (13 lb ft).

9. Hold the clutch drive plate and hub assembly with the J 33027-A.
10. Install the A/C compressor.