Removal Procedure
- Before removing parts, support the opposite end. This helps prevent the vehicle from slipping off.
- Before removing major components, chain the vehicle frame to the hoist pads at the same end as the removal. This helps avoid a tip-off.
- Raise and support the vehicle. Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
- Drain the cooling system. Cooling System Draining and Filling (Static Fill LWN) , or Cooling System Draining and Filling (GE 47716 LWN) , or Cooling System Draining and Filling (Static LC8, LV1, L96) , or Cooling System Draining and Filling (GE47716 LC8, LV1, L96)
- NOTE:
Exhaust has been removed for graphic clarity.
NOTE:One rivet is inaccessible and will leave the catalytic converter heat shield secured to the vehicle.
Remove seven visible rivets (1) securing the catalytic converter heat shield (2) and rotate out of the way. Exhaust Heat Shield Replacement - Body Panel
Auxiliary Heater Inlet and Outlet Hose Clip Nut (1) @ Auxiliary Heater Inlet and Outlet Hose (2) - Remove
Auxiliary Heater Inlet and Outlet Hose Clip Bolt (1) @ Auxiliary Heater Inlet and Outlet Hose (2) - Remove
Hose Clamp (1) - Disengage [2x] - Hose Clamp Replacement Guidelines - Spring Type
- Auxiliary Heater Inlet and Outlet Hose (2) @ Auxiliary Heater Inlet and Outlet Pipe - Remove
Auxiliary Heater Inlet and Outlet Hose (1) @ Auxiliary Heater Inlet and Outlet Hose- Rear (2) - Remove - Auxiliary Heater Inlet and Outlet Hose Replacement (Intermediate & C36) , or Auxiliary Heater Inlet and Outlet Hose Replacement (Rear & C36)
- Auxiliary Heater Inlet and Outlet Hose (2) - Remove
Provide additional support when a vehicle is on a hoist in the following ways:
Failure to follow these precautions could cause vehicle damage, serious personal injury, or death.