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Home >> Chevrolet >> 2006 >> Silverado 1500 HD, RWD >> Repair and Diagnosis >> Engine Mechanical >> Mechanical >> ENGINE MECHANICAL - 4.8L, 5.3L, AND 6.0L (2 Of 4) >> On-Vehicle Repair Instructions >> Drive Belt Replacement - Accessory (4.8L, 5.3L, and 6.0L Engines) >> Removal Procedure

Removal Procedure

  1. Loosen the air cleaner outlet duct clamps at the following locations:
    • The throttle body
    • The mass airflow/intake air temperature (MAF/IAT) sensor
  2. Disconnect the radiator inlet hose clip from the outlet duct.
  3. Remove the air cleaner outlet duct.
    Fig 1: View Of Air Cleaner Outlet Duct
    GM832066Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Install a breaker bar with hex-head socket to the drive belt tensioner bolt.
  5. Rotate the drive belt tensioner clockwise in order to relieve tension on the belt (1).
    Fig 2: Accessory Drive Belt 4.8L
    GM833370Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Remove the belt (1) from the pulleys and the drive belt tensioner.
  7. Slowly release the tension on the drive belt tensioner.
  8. Remove the breaker bar and socket and from the drive belt tensioner bolt.
  9. Clean and inspect the belt surfaces of all the pulleys.
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