Escalade V8-6.0L VIN N (2002)
Compressor Clutch Hub: Service and Repair
TOOLS REQUIRED
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J 34992 Compressor Holding Fixture
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J 33013-B Hub and Drive Plate Remover/Installer
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Remove the A/C compressor.
2. Clamp the J 34992 in a vise.
3. Use thumb screws in order to attach the compressor to the holding fixture.
NOTE: Do not drive or pound on the clutch hub or shaft. Internal damage to the compressor may result. The forcing tip on the J 33013-B
remover/installer center screw must be flat or the end of the shaft/axial plate assembly will be damaged.
4. Ensure that the center screw forces the tip to thrust against the end of the shaft.
5. Thread the J 33013-B into the hub.
6. While holding the body of J 33013-B of the remover with a wrench, turn the center screw into the remover body in order to remove the clutch
plate and hub assembly (1).
7. Remove the shaft key. Retain the shaft key for reassembly.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Install the shaft key (4) into the hub key groove. Allow the key to project approximately 3.2 mm (0.125 in) out of the keyway (3). The shaft key
curves slightly in order to provide an interference fit in the hub key groove.
2. Clean the following components:
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The clutch plate
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The clutch rotor (2)
3. Align the shaft key (4) with the shaft keyway (3).