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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1982CHEVETTE L4-98 1.6LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISHEATING AND AIR CONDITIONINGCOMPRESSOR HVACSERVICE AND REPAIRFRONT HEAD & MAIN BEARINGREMOVAL
1982 Chevrolet Chevette L4-98 1.6L
Removal
1982 Chevrolet Chevette L4-98 1.6LSECTION Removal
Fig. 18 Removing front head mounting screws:
Fig. 19 Removing front head:
1. Remove clutch rotor and bearing assembly as outlined previously. However, do not remove pulley ring retaining screws until entire assembly has been removed from compressor front head.
2. Remove crankshaft seal parts as outlined previously.
3. Remove front head mounting bolts, Fig. 18, and front head assembly, Fig. 19.
Fig. 20 Removing main bearing:
4. Remove front head seal ring and Belleville and thrust washers. Note position of washers before removing.
5. With tool J-24896, drive main bearing from front head, Fig. 20.
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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.