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Removal Procedure

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  1. Remove the left bank secondary timing chain. Refer to Secondary Camshaft Intermediate Drive Chain Replacement - Left Side .
  2. If equipped with LCS, remove the left side fuel Injector. Refer to Fuel Injector Replacement
  3. Remove the oil level indicator. Refer to Oil Level Indicator Tube Replacement .
  4. Disconnect the coolant temperature sensor electrical connector.
  5. Remove the catalytic converter.Refer to Catalytic Converter Replacement - Left Side (LY7 ) or Catalytic Converter Replacement - Left Side (LCS)
    6. Fig 1: View Of Left Cylinder Head
    GM902815Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Remove the cylinder head with the exhaust manifold. Refer to Cylinder Head Removal - Left Side (LY7) or Cylinder Head Removal - Left Side (LCS) .
    7. Fig 2: View Of Left Cylinder Head Gasket
    GM902814Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Remove and discard the cylinder head gasket.
  8. Clean and inspect the cylinder head and the engine block sealing surfaces. Refer to Cylinder Head Cleaning and Inspection and Engine Block Cleaning and Inspection .
  9. If necessary, perform the following steps:
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