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).
- Drain the cooling system. Refer to Draining and Filling Cooling System (with HP2) or Draining and Filling Cooling System (without HP2) in Engine Cooling.
- Disconnect the 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.
- Loosen the charged air cooler inlet duct connector to turbocharger clamp (1).
- Remove the charged air cooler inlet duct connector (4) from the turbocharger.
- Disconnect the main engine electrical harness connectors. Lift up on the latches (1) in order to disconnect the connectors.
- Open the harness clip (2).
- Remove the main engine electrical harness connectors.
- Remove the engine harness main electrical connectors bolts.
- Remove the main electrical connectors from the bracket.
- Disconnect the barometric sensor electrical connector.
- Remove the engine wire harness from the clip.
- Remove the main electrical harness bracket bolts.
- Remove the main electrical harness bracket.
- Disconnect the glow plug controller electrical connector.
- Disconnect the glow plug controller battery feed electrical connector (1).
- Remove the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) hose/pipe. Refer to Air Cleaner Outlet Duct Replacement .
- Prior to removing the fuel injector pipes, use compressed air to blow any debris from between the injector line and fittings. Wipe the fittings clean of debris.
- Spray lithium grease, GM P/N 12346293 or equivalent, between the fuel injector line and fittings to assist in containing any debris during removal.
- Remove the left fuel injector pipes.
- Remove the fuel return hose clips.
- Remove the fuel return hose from the injectors.
- Disconnect the fuel injector electrical connectors.
- Remove the fuel injector bracket bolts.
- Install J-46594 into the bolt hole in the fuel injector bracket.
- Install a flare nut wrench onto J-46594 and pull back away from the fuel injector, until the injector releases from its seat.
- Remove J-46594 .
- Remove the fuel injectors with brackets.
- If necessary, remove the fuel injector bracket pins.
- If necessary, remove and discard the copper washer from the fuel injector bore.
- If necessary, remove and discard the O-ring from the fuel injector.
IMPORTANT:
After removing the charged air cooler duct, cover the turbocharger opening with tape in order to prevent entry of objects.
IMPORTANT:
Do not use a screwdriver or other tool to pry the hose loose. The hose can be torn or damaged. Loosen the hose by twisting.
NOTE:
DO NOT use compressed air to clean debris from the fuel injector inlet after the fuel line is removed. Using compressed air can allow debris to enter the fuel injector inlet and damage the fuel injector.
NOTE:
Label all the injector electrical connectors before the connectors are removed in order to prevent reconnecting to the wrong injector. Failure to properly connect the injectors in the correct sequence will cause severe engine damage.