Engine Mechanical - 5.3L (L84) Or 6.2L (L87) - Description And Operation

• Description and Operation
  • Crankcase Ventilation System Description
    • Crankcase Ventilation System Description (L84)
    • Crankcase Ventilation System Description (L87)
  • Engine Component Description
    • The 5.3 (L84) and 6.2 (L87) Liter V8 Engines
    • Camshaft and Drive System - RPO L84/L87
    • Crankshaft L84
    • Crankshaft L87
    • Cylinder Heads
    • Engine Block
    • Exhaust Manifolds
    • Intake Manifold
    • Fuel System
    • Oil Pan
    • Piston and Connecting Rod Assembly
    • Valve Rocker Arm Cover Assemblies
    • Valve Train - RPO L84/L87
  • Cylinder Deactivation (Dynamic Fuel Management) System Description (L84, L87)
    • System Operation
    • Valve Lifter Oil Solenoid Valve
    • Active Fuel Management Valve Lifters
  • Camshaft Position Actuator and Solenoid Valve Description
    • Camshaft
    • Camshaft Position Actuator Valve Solenoid
    • Camshaft Position Actuator Magnet
    • Camshaft Position Actuator
    • Camshaft Position Actuator System Operation
    • Camshaft Position Actuator System Lubrication Flow and Actuator Operation
    • Camshaft Position Actuator Park Position Verification
    • Camshaft Position Actuator Actuator Handling Safety
  • New Product Information
    • Notes
    • Changed Engine Specifications
    • Torque Values and/or Fastener Tightening Strategies
    • New Sealants and/or Adhesives
    • Disassembly and Assembly Procedure Revisions
    • Engine Mechanical Diagnostic Procedure Revisions
    • New Special Tools Required
    • A Component Comparison from the Previous Year
  • Lubrication Description
  • Replacing Engine Gaskets
    • Notes
    • Gasket Use and Applying Sealants
    • Separating Components
    • Cleaning Gasket Surfaces
    • Assembling Components
  • Use of Room Temperature Vulcanizing (RTV) and Anaerobic Sealant
    • Cleaning Mating Part Surfaces for RTV Joints
    • Typical Applications
    • Materials Needed
    • Sealant Types
  • Tools and Equipment