Malibu V6-3.5L VIN 8 (2004)
Compressor Clutch: Service and Repair
COMPRESSOR CLUTCH ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT
TOOLS REQUIRED
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J 37872 Universal Spanner Wrench
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J 6083 Snap Ring Pliers
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Remove the engine drive belt.
2. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
3. Remove the right front fender liner.
4. Remove the right radiator air deflector retainers.
5. Remove the right radiator air deflector.
IMPORTANT: Discharge of the A/C system is not required.
6. Remove the compressor mounting bolts.
7. Remove the compressor from the engine with compressor line attached.
IMPORTANT: Remove the 3 adjustable dowels from the J 37872. Install three 5/16 x 1 inch bolts in place of the dowels.
8. Remove and discard the compressor clutch plate bolt. Use the J 37872 to hold the compressor clutch plate from turning.
