Suburban 3/4 Ton 4WD V8-305 5.0L (1986)
Compressor Clutch: Service and Repair
Delco Air A-6 Axial Compressor
Removal
Fig. 14 Removing lock nut
1.
Remove locknut from shaft, Fig. 14.
Fig. 15 Removing clutch plate & hub
2.
Remove clutch plate and hub, Fig. 15, then the drive key from shaft.
Fig. 16 Removing hub retaining ring & spacer
3.
Remove hub retainer ring and spacer, Fig. 16.
Installation
1.
Install square key on shaft, allowing it to project approximately 3/16 inch out of keyway.
2.
Wipe frictional surface of clutch plate and pulley clean.
3.
Place clutch plate and hub assembly on shaft, aligning key with keyway in hub. To avoid internal damage to compressor, do not drive or
pound on hub or shaft. This could improperly position swash plate on shaft, resulting in damage to compressor.
