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 intake manifold cover. Refer to Intake Manifold Cover Replacement in Engine Mechanical - 6.6L (LLY).
- Disconnect negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure (Single Battery) or Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure (Auxiliary Battery) in Engine Electrical.
- Remove the air cleaner outlet duct. Refer to Air Cleaner Outlet Duct Replacement .
- Remove the fuel injection control module. Refer to Fuel Injection Control Module Replacement .
- Drain the cooling system. Refer to Draining and Filling Cooling System (with HP2) or Draining and Filling Cooling System (without HP2) .
- Remove the fan. Refer to Fan Replacement in Engine Cooling.
- Remove the battery cable junction block bolt (1) from the power steering pump bracket.
- Reposition the battery cables out of the way.
- Disconnect the air conditioning (A/C) compressor clutch electrical connector.
- Disconnect the A/C cut out switch electrical connector.
- Remove the A/C compressor bolts.
- Reposition the A/C compressor, with the hoses attached, to the right side of the engine compartment.
- Remove the power steering pump bracket rear bolts (1).
- Reposition the power steering pump, with the hoses attached, to the right side of the engine compartment.
- Remove the A/C compressor/power steering pump bracket bolts and bracket.
- Remove the heater outlet hose bolt from the generator bracket.
- Remove the drive belt tensioner and bolt.
- Remove the generator. Refer to Generator Replacement (4.3L Engine) or Generator Replacement (4.8L, 5.3L, and 6.0L Engines) or Generator Replacement (6.6L (LB7) Engine) or Generator Replacement (6.6L (LLY) Engine) or Generator Replacement (8.1L Engine) in Engine Electrical.
- Remove the generator bracket bolts and bracket.
- Remove the thermostat housing crossover. Refer to Thermostat Housing Crossover Replacement (6.6L (LB7) Engine) or Thermostat Housing Crossover Replacement (6.6L (LLY) Engine) in Engine Cooling.
- Disconnect the fuel balance pipe fitting from the right fuel rail.
- Remove the fuel balance pipe retainer bolts.
- Disconnect the fuel rail inlet pipe from the injection pump and rail.
- Remove the inlet pipe.
- Remove the center intake manifold. Refer to Intake Manifold Replacement - Center in Engine Mechanical - 6.6L (LLY).
- Reposition the injection pump hose clamps at the fuel line.
- Remove the hoses from fuel lines.
- Remove the fuel injection pump bolts.
- Remove the fuel injection pump from the block.
Use 2 screwdrivers to work the pump from the block towards the rear of engine keeping the pump straight.
- The fuel injection pump may need to be rotated in order to remove it from the vehicle.
IMPORTANT:
Be careful not to damage any mating surfaces.