Removal Procedure
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- Drain the coolant system. Cooling System Draining and Filling (GE 47716) , or Cooling System Draining and Filling (Static Fill) .
- Remove the fuel injector rail. Fuel Injection Fuel Rail Assembly Replacement - Bank 1 (LT1) .
- Remove the exhaust manifold. Exhaust Manifold Replacement - Left Side (LT1, LT4) .
- Remove the ground wire bolt from the rear of the cylinder head and position the ground wire away.
- Remove the valve rocker arms and push rods. Valve Rocker Arm and Push Rod Replacement .
- NOTE:
Ensure to DISCARD all cylinder head bolts.
Remove the cylinder head bolts (1).
- Remove cylinder head (2).
- Remove and DISCARD cylinder head gasket (3). Replacing Engine Gaskets .
- Clean and inspect the cylinder head. Cylinder Head Cleaning and Inspection .
- Disassemble the cylinder as necessary. Cylinder Head Disassemble (LT1) .