Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2022 Cadillac CT5. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Disconnect the battery negative cable. Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection
- Drain the cooling system. Cooling System Draining and Filling (LT4 Static Fill) , or Cooling System Draining and Filling (LT4 GE 47716)
- Drain the charge air cooling system. Charge Air Cooling System Draining and Filling (LT4)
Supercharger Belt Tensioner Bracket (3) - Remove - Supercharger Belt Tensioner Bracket Replacement
- Remove the compressor air intake supercharger. Compressor Air Intake Supercharger and Gasket Replacement
- Fuel Injection Fuel Rail Assembly-Bank 2 - Remove - Fuel Injection Fuel Rail Assembly Replacement - Bank 2
- Engine Coolant Manifold - Remove - Engine Coolant Manifold Replacement (LT4)
- Remove the valve rocker arms and push rods. Valve Rocker Arm and Push Rod Replacement
Exhaust Manifold (1) - Remove - Exhaust Manifold Replacement - Right Side (LT4)
Engine Wiring Harness Retainer (1) - Remove
- Engine Wiring Harness (2) - Reposition
- CAUTION:
After removal, place the cylinder head on 2 wood blocks in order to prevent damage to the sealing surfaces.
Cylinder Head Bolt (1) - Remove and DISCARD [10x]
- Cylinder Head (2) - Remove
- Cylinder Head Gasket (3) - Remove and DISCARD
- Clean, inspect and overhaul the cylinder head as needed. Cylinder Head Overhaul