Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 GMC Sierra, 2008 GMC Cab & Chassis Sierra, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado, and 2008 Chevrolet Cab & Chassis Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the water pump. Refer to Water Pump Replacement (LY6, L76 and L92) or Water Pump Replacement (LH6, LY2, LY5, and LMG) .
- Remove the crankshaft balancer. Refer to Crankshaft Balancer Replacement .
- Disconnect the engine harness electrical connector (1) from the camshaft position (CMP) sensor wire harness electrical connector.
- Remove the oil pan-to-front cover bolts (1).
- Remove the front cover bolts (1).
- Remove the front cover (2) and gasket (3).
- Discard the front cover gasket.
- Remove the crankshaft front oil seal (4).
- If replacing the engine front cover perform the following steps, otherwise proceed to step 8 of the installation procedure.
- Remove the CMP sensor wire harness bolts (1 and 6).
- Disconnect the CMP sensor wire harness from the CMP sensor.
- Remove the CMP sensor wire harness (5).
- Remove the CMP sensor (2).