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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2003C TAHOE 2WD V8-5.3L VIN TREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISHEATING AND AIR CONDITIONINGCOMPRESSOR HVACCOMPRESSOR CLUTCH HUBSERVICE AND REPAIR
2003 Chevrolet C Tahoe 2WD V8-5.3L VIN T
Compressor Clutch Hub: Service and Repair
2003 Chevrolet C Tahoe 2WD V8-5.3L VIN TSECTION Service and Repair
COMPRESSOR CLUTCH PLATE/HUB ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the engine protection shield.
3. Install a ratchet into the air conditioning (A/C) belt tensioner adapter opening.
4. Rotate the A/C belt tensioner clockwise in order to relieve the tension on the belt.
5. Remove the A/C belt from the A/C compressor.
6. Slowly release the tension on the A/C belt tensioner.
7. Remove the clutch plate retaining bolt (1).
8. Remove the clutch plate assembly (2).
9. Remove the clutch hub/bearing snap ring (3).
10. Remove the clutch hub/bearing assembly (4).
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Install the clutch hub/bearing assembly (4).
2. Install the clutch hub/bearing snap ring (3).
3. Install the clutch plate assembly (2).
4. Install the clutch plate retaining bolt (1).
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 18 N.m (13 lb ft).
5. Install a ratchet into the A/C belt tensioner adapter opening.
6. Rotate the A/C belt tensioner clockwise in order to relieve the tension on the belt.
7. Install the A/C belt to the A/C compressor.
8. Slowly release the tension on the A/C belt tensioner.
9. Remove the ratchet from the A/C belt tensioner.
10. Install the engine protection shield.
11. Lower the vehicle.
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the engine protection shield.
3. Install a ratchet into the air conditioning (A/C) belt tensioner adapter opening.
4. Rotate the A/C belt tensioner clockwise in order to relieve the tension on the belt.
5. Remove the A/C belt from the A/C compressor.
6. Slowly release the tension on the A/C belt tensioner.
7. Remove the clutch plate retaining bolt (1).
8. Remove the clutch plate assembly (2).
9. Remove the clutch hub/bearing snap ring (3).
10. Remove the clutch hub/bearing assembly (4).
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Install the clutch hub/bearing assembly (4).
2. Install the clutch hub/bearing snap ring (3).
3. Install the clutch plate assembly (2).
4. Install the clutch plate retaining bolt (1).
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 18 N.m (13 lb ft).
5. Install a ratchet into the A/C belt tensioner adapter opening.
6. Rotate the A/C belt tensioner clockwise in order to relieve the tension on the belt.
7. Install the A/C belt to the A/C compressor.
8. Slowly release the tension on the A/C belt tensioner.
9. Remove the ratchet from the A/C belt tensioner.
10. Install the engine protection shield.
11. Lower the vehicle.
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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.