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Removal Procedure

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  1. Remove the Powertrain. Refer to Engine Replacement (LCS)  or Engine Replacement (LY7) .
  2. Remove the right bank secondary timing chain. Refer to Secondary Camshaft Intermediate Drive Chain Replacement - Right Side .
  3. If equipped with LCS, remove the right side fuel injector
    4. Fig 1: View Of Right Cylinder Head
    GM902818Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Remove the cylinder head with the exhaust manifold. Refer to Cylinder Head Removal - Right Side .
  5. Remove the Right side Catalytic Converter. refer to Catalytic Converter Replacement - Right Side (LY7) or Catalytic Converter Replacement - Right Side (LCS)
    6. Fig 2: View Of Right Cylinder Head Gasket
    GM902817Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Remove and discard the cylinder head gasket.
  7. 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 .
  8. If necessary, perform the following steps:
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