Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 GMC Sierra and 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Refer to ENGINE MOUNTING NOTICE .

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

Fig 1: Engine Mount To Engine Mount Bracket Bolts
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Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to JACKING AND LIFTING .
Remove the oil pan skid plate bolts and plate.

Fig 2: Oil Pan Skid Plate & Bolts
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NOTE: Refer to ENGINE LIFTING NOTICE .
Using an adjustable jack on the square tab at the rear of the engine block, raise the engine.

Fig 3: Square Tab At Rear Of Engine Block
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Remove the engine mount bolts. (right side shown, left side similar).
Remove the engine mount.

Fig 4: Engine Mount & Bolts
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If equipped and necessary, remove the engine mount side bracket bolts and bracket. (right side shown, left side similar).

Fig 5: Engine Mount Side Bracket & Bolts
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Remove the engine mount bracket bolts.
Remove the engine mount bracket.

Fig 6: Engine Mount Bracket & Bolts
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