Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 GMC Sierra and 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Refer to Engine Mounting Notice in Cautions and Notices.

From under the hood, remove the engine mount to engine mount bracket bolts. (left side shown, right side similar).

Fig 1: Removing Engine Mount To Engine Mount Bracket & Bolts

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Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
Remove the oil pan skid plate bolts and plate.

Fig 2: Identifying Oil Pan Skid Plate

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NOTE: Refer to Engine Lifting Notice in Cautions and Notices.

Using an adjustable jack on the square tab (left side shown) at the rear of the engine block, raise the engine. In order to access the square tab, remove the starter. (left side shown, right side similar). Refer to Starter Motor Replacement (4.3L Engine) in Engine Electrical.

Fig 3: View Of Square Tab At Rear Of Engine Block

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Remove the engine mount bolts.
Remove the engine mount.

Fig 4: Removing Engine Mount & Bolts

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If necessary, remove the engine mount side bracket bolts and bracket.

Fig 5: Removing Engine Mount Side Bracket & Bolts

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Remove the engine mount bracket bolts.
Remove the engine mount bracket.

Fig 6: Removing Engine Mount Bracket & Bolts

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