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. (left side shown, right 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 (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 .

Fig 3: Square Tab At Rear Of Engine Block (Left Side Shown)
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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: 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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