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Removal Procedure

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    Fig 1: View Of ECM Bolts
    GM1394049Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (LY7) .
  2. Remove the engine control module (ECM) module. Refer to Engine Control Module Replacement .
  3. Fig 2: View Of Generator Bolts
    GM1394079Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Remove the generator assembly. Refer to Generator Replacement (LY7) .
  5. Fig 3: Coolant Recovery Reservoir
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  6. Remove the coolant overflow reservoir. Refer to Coolant Recovery Reservoir Replacement .
  7. Fig 4: Locating Power Steering Reservoir Mounting Stud Bolt
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  8. Remove the power steering reservoir. Refer to Remote Power Steering Fluid Reservoir Replacement .
  9. Remove the camshaft covers.
  10. Remove the upper radiator hose. Refer to Radiator Inlet Hose Replacement (3.6L) .
  11. Fig 5: View Of Water Pump
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  12. Remove the water pump. Refer to Water Pump Replacement (LY7) .
  13. Remove the engine splash shield. Refer to Splash Shield Replacement - Engine .
  14. Fig 6: View Of Crankshaft Balancer
    GM1394039Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  15. Remove the crankshaft balancer. Refer to Crankshaft Balancer Replacement .
  16. Remove the drive belt tensor. Refer to Drive Belt Tensioner Replacement .
  17. Fig 7: Engine Front Cover
    GM1412167Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  18. Remove the engine front cover from the engine block. Refer to Engine Front Cover Removal .