Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo and 2003 Chevrolet Impala. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure in Engine Electrical.
- Remove the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement .
- Remove the generator. Refer to Generator Replacement (3.4L) in Engine Electrical.
- Remove the generator bracket. Refer to Generator Bracket Replacement in Engine Electrical.
- Remove the right spark plug wires.
- Disconnect the vacuum hoses from the EVAP purge valve.
- Remove the EVAP purge valve.
- Remove the ignition coil bracket with the coils. Refer to IGNITION COILS .
- Remove the ignition coil bracket studs.
- Remove the vacuum hose from the grommet in the right valve rocker arm cover.
- Remove the right valve rocker arm cover bolts.
- Remove the right valve rocker arm cover.
- Remove the right valve rocker arm cover gasket.
- Clean the valve rocker arm cover gasket mating surfaces.