Removal (Express & Savana)
WARNING: This page does not describe the selected car, but rather 24 other vehicles, including the 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada, 1997 GMC Sonoma, 1997 GMC Savana, 1997 GMC Safari, and 1997 GMC Pickup. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Release fuel system pressure. See FUEL PRESSURE RELEASE . Drain cooling system. Remove engine cover and air cleaner. Remove power steering fluid reservoir.
- Remove upper fan shroud, fan, fan pulley, radiator and lower fan shroud. Remove engine coolant reservoir. Discharge A/C system (if equipped) using approved refrigerant recovery/recycling equipment. Remove A/C condenser. Remove A/C compressor and brace. Remove generator and bracket. Remove 2 ground straps. Remove cruise control servo (if equipped).
- Disconnect fuel lines, electrical connectors, vacuum hoses, coolant hoses and control cables as necessary. Remove injection unit. Remove distributor cap with wires attached. Remove diverter valve assembly and pipe.
- Remove ignition coil and manifold absolute pressure sensor. Remove upper half of engine oil dipstick tube. Remove engine oil filler tube. Remove headlight bezels, grille and upper radiator support (sheet metal cross panel support). Remove front bumper. Remove intake manifold. See INTAKE MANIFOLD .
- Raise and support vehicle. Drain crankcase. Disconnect exhaust pipes from manifolds. Remove strut rods. Remove flywheel cover. Disconnect oil cooler lines from engine. Remove transmission shift cable. Remove starter, torque converter bolts (A/T) and engine mount through-bolts.
- Lower vehicle. Attach engine hoist. Remove bellhousing bolts. Support transmission. Remove engine.