GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Tools Required

    • J 6083 Snap Ring Pliers
    • J 41790-A Compressor Holding Fixture

    Object Number: 157595  Size: SH
  1. Remove the compressor from the vehicle. Refer to Air Conditioning Compressor Replacement .
  2. Clamp the compressor holding fixture, J 41790-A in a vise and attach the compressor to the J 41790-A .

  3. Object Number: 214740  Size: SH
  4. Using the J 6083 internal snap ring pliers, remove the compressor control valve retaining ring.
  5. Remove the compressor control valve from the compressor.