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.
IMPORTANT:
Refer to Engine Controls Component Views for fuel injector locations. Failure to identify the correct cylinder will result in misdiagnosis.
- Remove the lower valve cover. Refer to Valve Rocker Arm Cover Replacement - Lower Left
or Valve Rocker Arm Cover Replacement - Lower Right
in Engine Mechanical - 6.6L.IMPORTANT: When the fuel injector pressure lines are removed, debris may fall into the fuel injector inlet fitting. Remove any debris from the inlet fitting of the fuel injector.
- Remove the fuel injector return line from fuel injectors.
- Remove the bolt from the fuel injector bracket.
- Install J 44639 (2) onto the injector retainer bracket.
- Install a wrench onto J 44639 (2) and pry away from the fuel injector (1).
- Remove the fuel injector(s).
- Remove the copper compression washer from the injector hole if the washer was not removed with the injector.
IMPORTANT:
Confirm which side of the banjo washers have the largest outer diameter.