Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 GMC Sierra, 2004 GMC Cab & Chassis Sierra, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado, and 2004 Chevrolet Cab & Chassis Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the automatic transmission, if equipped. Refer to Transmission Replacement (4.3L, 4.8L, 5.3L, and 6.0L Engines)
or Transmission Replacement (5.3L Engine w/RPO HP2)
in Automatic Transmission - 4L60-E or Transmission Replacement
in Automatic Transmission - 4L80-E.IMPORTANT: Note the position and direction of the engine flywheel before removal.
- Remove the engine flywheel bolts.
- Remove the automatic transmission engine flywheel, if applicable.
- Remove the clutch, if equipped with a manual transmission. Refer to Clutch Assembly Replacement
in Clutch.IMPORTANT: Note the position and direction of the engine flywheel before removal.
- Remove the engine flywheel bolts.
- Remove the manual transmission engine flywheel, if applicable.
- If required, clean and inspect the engine flywheel. Refer to Engine Flywheel Cleaning and Inspection .
- Install two M11x1.5 mm bolts (1) to the threaded holes of the spacer, if applicable.
- Rotate the bolts clockwise to remove the spacer.
- Remove the spacer from the rear of the crankshaft, if applicable.