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Removal Procedure

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  1. Remove the generator bracket. Refer to GENERATOR (4.8L, 5.3L & 6.0L ENGINES) .
  2. Remove the coolant air bleed pipe. Refer to COOLANT AIR BLEED PIPE ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT (4.8L, 5.3L, and 6.0L Engines) .
  3. Remove the left exhaust manifold. EXHAUST MANIFOLD REPLACEMENT - LEFT (4.8L, 5.3L, AND 6.0L ENGINE)
  4. Remove the pushrods. Refer to Valve Rocker Arm and Push Rod Replacement .
    IMPORTANT: The cylinder head bolts are NOT reusable.
  5. Remove the cylinder head bolts.
    Fig 1: Removing Cylinder Head Bolts
    G02106683Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: After removal, place the cylinder head on two wood blocks to prevent damage.
  6. Remove the cylinder head.
    Fig 2: Removing Cylinder Head
    G02106684Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Remove and discard he cylinder head gasket.
  8. If required, clean and inspect the cylinder head. Refer to Cylinder Head Cleaning and Inspection .
    Fig 3: Removing Cylinder Head Gasket
    G02106685Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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