Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
- Drain the coolant. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling (LSA, LS3, LS7, L99 Static Fill)Cooling System Draining and Filling (GE 47716) .
- Remove the valve rocker arms and pushrods. Refer to Valve Rocker Arm and Push Rod Replacement .
- Remove the engine coolant air bleed hose.
- Remove the power steering pump bracket. Refer to Power Steering Pump Replacement .
- Remove the exhaust manifold. Refer to Exhaust Manifold Replacement - Left Side (L99, LS3, LSA)Exhaust Manifold Replacement - Left Side (LS7) .
- Remove the intake manifold. Refer to Intake Manifold Replacement (LS3, LS7, LSA) Intake Manifold Replacement (LS7) .
- Remove the Engine Coolant Air Bleed Pipe and Hole Cover. Refer to Engine Coolant Air Bleed Pipe and Hole Cover Removal (LSA)Engine Coolant Air Bleed Pipe and Hole Cover Removal (LS3, L99, or LS7) .
- Remove the engine wiring harness ground bolt from the rear of the left cylinder head.
- Reposition the engine wire harness ground strap away from the cylinder head.
- Disconnect and unclip electrical as necessary.
- Remove the cylinder head bolts.
- Remove the cylinder head.
- Remove the cylinder head gasket (217).
- Discard the gasket.
- Discard all M8 and M11 cylinder head bolts.
- Clean and inspect the cylinder head. Refer to Cylinder Head Cleaning and Inspection (LS7)Cylinder Head Cleaning and Inspection (LS3, L99, or LSA) .
NOTE:
The cylinder head bolts are NOT reusable.
CAUTION:
After removal, place the cylinder head on 2 wood blocks in order to prevent damage to the sealing surfaces.