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Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the left bank secondary timing chain. Refer to Secondary Camshaft Intermediate Drive Chain Replacement - Left Side .
  2. Remove the fuel pump. Refer to Fuel Pump Replacement .
  3. Remove the Catalytic Converter. Refer to Catalytic Converter Replacement - Left Side (Front) .
  4. Remove the oil level indicator tube. Refer to Oil Level Indicator Tube Replacement (LF1, LFW, or LFX) .
    5. Fig 1: Left Cylinder Head & Bolts
    GM2202035Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  5. Remove the 2 front M8 left cylinder head bolts (1).
  6. Remove the left cylinder head bolts (2).
  7. Remove the left cylinder head (3).
  8. Remove the ground wire bolt and ground wire.
  9. Disconnect and reposition harness as necessary.
    10. Fig 2: Left Cylinder Head Gasket
    GM2202036Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  10. Remove and discard the left cylinder head gasket (1).
  11. Clean and inspect the cylinder head and the engine block sealing surfaces. Refer to Cylinder Head Cleaning and Inspection , and Engine Block Cleaning and Inspection .
  12. Transfer parts as needed. Refer to Cylinder Head Disassemble (LFW or LFX) , and Cylinder Head Assemble (LFW or LFX) .
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