Removal Procedure
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- Remove the exhaust manifold. Refer to EXHAUST MANIFOLD REPLACEMENT - RIGHT (4.8L, 5.3L, AND 6.0L ENGINES) or EXHAUST MANIFOLD REPLACEMENT - RIGHT (8.1L ENGINE) in Engine Exhaust.
- Remove the engine mount-to-engine mount bracket bolts.
- Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to LIFTING AND JACKING THE VEHICLE in General Information.
- Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION in Tires and Wheels.
- Remove the inner wheelhouse panel. Refer to Refer to WHEELHOUSE PANEL REPLACEMENT in Body Front End.
- Remove the engine protection shield, if equipped. Refer to ENGINE PROTECTION SHIELD REPLACEMENT in Frame and Underbody.
- Raise and suitably support the engine using adjustable (screw type) jack stands.
- Remove the engine mount to engine bolts.
- Remove the right engine mount.
IMPORTANT:
DO NOT raise and/or support the engine by the crankshaft balancer, or oil pan.