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Removal Procedure

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  1. GM4854159Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Engine Cover (1) - Remove - Engine Cover Replacement

  2. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (Single Battery) , or Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (Dual Battery)
  3. Recover the HVAC refrigerant. Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging
  4. Drain the cooling system. Cooling System Draining and Filling (Static LC8, LV1, L96) , or Cooling System Draining and Filling (GE47716 LC8, LV1, L96)
  5. Drain the engine oil. Engine Oil and Oil Filter Replacement 
  6. GM4854430Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Front End Sheet Metal Diagonal Brace- Left Side (2) - Remove - Front End Sheet Metal Diagonal Brace Replacement - Left Side

  7. GM4854438Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Front End Sheet Metal Diagonal Brace- Right Side (2) - Remove - Front End Sheet Metal Diagonal Brace Replacement - Right Side

  8. GM4852453Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Air Cleaner Assembly (4) - Remove - Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement

  9. GM4847637Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Coolant Recovery Reservoir (1) - Remove - Coolant Recovery Reservoir Replacement (L96, LC8)

  10. GM4846588Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Remove both headlamps (2). Front Headlamp Replacement

  11. GM4843347Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Front Bumper Impact Bar (2) - Remove - Front Bumper Impact Bar Replacement

  12. GM4848026Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Hose Clamp (1) - Disengage - Hose Clamp Replacement Guidelines - Spring Type

  13. Radiator Vent Inlet Hose (2) @ Engine Coolant Air Bleed Pipe - Remove
  14. GM4847671Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Radiator Inlet Hose Clamp (1) - Disengage - Hose Clamp Replacement Guidelines - Spring Type

  15. Radiator Inlet Hose (2) @ Water Pump - Remove
  16. GM4847837Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Radiator Outlet Hose Clamp (1) - Disengage - Hose Clamp Replacement Guidelines - Spring Type

  17. Radiator Outlet Hose (2) @ Water Pump - Remove
  18. GM4596404Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Transmission Fluid Cooler Pipe (1) @ Radiator (2) - Remove [2x] - Transmission Fluid Cooler Hose/Pipe Quick-Connect Fitting Disconnection and Connection

  19. GM4852696Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Engine Oil Cooler Hose (1) @ Engine Oil Cooler Connector - Disconnect - Engine Oil Cooler Pipe/Hose Quick Connect Fitting Replacement

  20. Engine Oil Cooler Hose (2) @ - Engine Oil Cooler Connector - Disconnect - Engine Oil Cooler Pipe/Hose Quick Connect Fitting Replacement
  21. GM4621350Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Air Conditioning Compressor and Condenser Hose (2) @ Air Conditioning Condenser - Remove - Air Conditioning Compressor and Condenser Hose Replacement (L96, LC8)

  22. GM4622253Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Air Conditioning Evaporator Tube (2) @ Air Conditioning Condenser - Remove - Air Conditioning Evaporator Tube Replacement (C60) , or Air Conditioning Evaporator Tube Replacement (C69)

  23. GM4854055Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Transmission Fluid Auxiliary Cooler (2) - Remove - Transmission Fluid Auxiliary Cooler Replacement (MYD)

  24. GM4527476Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Junction Block Cover (2) - Remove

  25. Battery Positive Cable Nut (1) - Remove
  26. Battery Positive Cable (3) - Remove
  27. GM4841450Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Disconnect the release cable (1) from the hood primary latch.

  28. Disconnect electrical connection and harness retainers at radiator support.
  29. GM4855285Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Radiator Lower Support Bolt (1) - Remove [8x]

  30. With the aid of an assistant, remove the core support assembly (2) with the radiator, condenser, radiator hoses and fan shroud intact.
  31. GM4848352Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Fan Blade (1) - Remove - Fan Blade Replacement (L96, LC8)

  32. GM4856524Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Drive Belt (1) - Remove - Drive Belt Replacement - Accessory 

  33. GM4604012Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE:

    Leave the generator and power steering pump retained to the bracket. Use a suitable strap and position the bracket assembly aside.

    Generator and Power Steering Pump Bracket (2) - Remove - Generator and Power Steering Pump Bracket Replacement (L96, LC8)

  34. GM4852560Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Air Conditioning Compressor (2) - Remove - Air Conditioning Compressor Replacement (LV1)

  35. GM4848813Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Heater Outlet Hose Clamp (1) @ Water Pump - Disengage - Hose Clamp Replacement Guidelines - Spring Type

  36. Heater Outlet Hose (2) @ Water Pump - Remove - Heater Outlet Hose Replacement (L96, LC8 Heater Water Flow Control Valve to Heater Core Outlet Tube) , or Heater Outlet Hose Replacement (L96, LC8 Water Pump Housing to Heater Water Flow Control Valve) , or Heater Outlet Hose Replacement (L96 Auxiliary Heater Inlet and Outlet Pipe to Heater Core Outlet Tube)
  37. GM4848809Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Heater Inlet Hose Clamp (1) @ Water Pump - Disengage - Hose Clamp Replacement Guidelines - Spring Type

  38. Heater Inlet Hose (2) @ Water Pump - Remove - Heater Inlet Hose Replacement (L96, LC8 Heater Water Flow Control Valve to Heater Core Inlet Tube) , or Heater Inlet Hose Replacement (L96, LC8 Water Pump Housing to Heater Water Flow Control Valve) , or Heater Inlet Hose Replacement (L96 Heater Core Inlet Tube to Auxiliary Heater Inlet and Outlet Pipe)
  39. GM4862232Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Intake Manifold (1) - Remove - Intake Manifold Replacement 

  40. GM4858398Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Ignition Coil (2) - Remove [8x] - Ignition Coil Replacement

  41. GM4848965Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Engine Coolant Air Bleed Pipe (1) - Remove - Engine Coolant Air Bleed Pipe Replacement (L96, LC8)

  42. Raise the vehicle. Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
  43. GM4603102Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Starter (3) - Remove - Starter Replacement (L96, LC8)

  44. GM4846478Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Exhaust Front Pipe Nut (1) @ Left Side - Remove [3x]

  45. GM4846326Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Exhaust Front Pipe Nut (1) @ Right Side - Remove [3x]

  46. Disconnect the following electrical connectors:
    • The crankshaft position (CKP) sensor
    • The engine oil level sensor
    • The coolant heater, if equipped
  47. Gather all the engine wiring harness and reposition off to the side.
  48. GM4846155Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Remove the bolts (1, 2, 5, 6) securing the transmission to the engine.

  49. GM4845724Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Remove the flywheel to torque converter bolts (1).

  50. Lower the vehicle.
  51. GM4853105Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Exhaust Manifold- Right Side (1) - Remove - Exhaust Manifold Replacement - Right Side (L96, LC8)

  52. GM4851926Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Exhaust Manifold- Left Side (1) - Remove - Exhaust Manifold Replacement - Left Side (L96, LC8)

  53. GM4842567Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Transmission Fluid Filler Tube (1) - Remove - Transmission Fluid Filler Tube and Seal Replacement

  54. GM4215542Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    CAUTION:

    Refer to Fastener Caution .

    Install the J 36857-1  Engine Lift Bracket to the cylinder heads.

    Tighten 

    • Tighten the M8 engine lift bracket bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
    • Tighten the M10 engine lift bracket bolts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
  55. GM4857253Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Engine Mount Bolt- Left Side (1) @ Frame - Remove [2x]

  56. GM4857259Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Engine Mount Bolt- Left Side (1) @ Frame - Remove

  57. GM4860260Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Engine Mount Bolt- Right Side (1) @ Frame - Remove

  58. GM4860262Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Engine Mount Bolt- Right Side (1) @ Frame - Remove [2x]

  59. GM4846155Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Remove the bolts (3, 4) securing the transmission to the engine.

  60. Install a floor jack under the transmission for support.
  61. Disconnect electrical connectors as necessary.
  62. Install an engine hoist to the J 36857-1  Engine Lift Bracket.
  63. Separate the engine from the automatic transmission.
  64. Install the J 21366  holding strap to the transmission to hold the torque converter.
  65. With the aid of an assistant, carefully raise the engine out of the vehicle while checking for component interference.
  66. Install the engine to an engine stand.
  67. Remove the engine hoist.
  68. Remove the J 36857-1  Engine Lift Bracket from the engine.