Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 GMC Yukon, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe, and 2011 Cadillac Escalade. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Identify how to disable high voltage.
- Identify how to test for the presence of high voltage.
- Identify condition under which high voltage is always present and personal protection equipment (PPE) and proper procedures must be followed.
- Disable the high voltage system. Refer to High Voltage Disabling
- Remove the ground strap nut at the hood stud.
- Remove the ground strap from the stud.
- Assemble 2 sets of the following: an M6 bolt, 2 each 19.05 mm (0.75 in) flat washers and an M6 nut.
- Release the retainer securing the hood strut rod to the hood strut bracket stud.
- Remove the hood strut rod (1) from the stud.
- Remove the air inlet grille end caps (2), lift the end cap up in order to disengage the retainers.
- Have an assistant support the hood.
- Remove the hood hinge bolts (3) and set aside.
- Raise the hood until the service position notch (1) in the upper hinge is reached.
- Install the 2 sets of the M6 bolts to both the left and right side service notches and tighten finger tight.
- Lower the hood until the bolts rest against the lower hinge, tighten the bolts to secure the hood.
Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).
- The hood is now set in the service position.
- Remove the hood latch. Refer to Hood Primary and Secondary Latch Replacement .
- Remove the front end upper tie bar. Refer to Front End Upper Tie Bar Replacement .
- Remove the intake manifold. Refer to Intake Manifold Replacement .
- Drain the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling (Static Fill) .
- Disconnect the A/C lines from the A/C compressor. Refer to Discharge Hose Replacement (HP2) , and Suction Hose Replacement (W/O C69-HP2) , Suction Hose Replacement (W/C69-HP2) .
- Disconnect the A/C pressure sensor electrical connector.
- Disconnect the cables from the generator control module.
- Remove the radiator vent inlet hose (2) from the radiator inlet hose clip (3).
- Reposition the radiator vent inlet hose clamp (1) at the air bleed pipe.
- Remove the radiator vent inlet hose (2) from the air bleed pipe and reposition.
- Reposition the radiator inlet hose clamp (3) at the water pump.
- Remove the radiator inlet hose from the water pump.
- Reposition the radiator outlet hose clamp (1) at the water pump.
- Remove the radiator outlet hose from the water pump.
- Remove the heater hoses. Refer to Heater Inlet Hose Replacement (Pump to Engine-HP2) , Heater Inlet Hose Replacement (Pump to Heater Core-HP2) .
- Disconnect the engine wiring harness electrical connector (3) from the drive motor generator power inverter module cover.
- Loosen the drive motor generator power inverter module cover bolt (1).
- Remove the drive motor generator power inverter module cover (2).
- Remove the engine bracket bolts (2).
- Remove the engine bracket (3)
- Remove the generator control module 3 phase cable clip nut (1).
- Remove the generator control module 3 phase cable clip from the engine bracket (2).
- Reposition the generator control module 3 phase cables out of the way.
- Remove the right wheelhouse liner. Refer to Front Wheelhouse Liner Replacement - Right Side .
- Disconnect the engine harness electrical connector (1) from the oil pressure sensor.
- Disconnect the engine harness electrical connector (2) from the lifter oil manifold.
- Remove the engine ground strap bolt from the rear of the left cylinder head and cowl and reposition.
- Remove the engine ground wire from the right cylinder head.
- Remove the engine harness clip (1) from the ground stud.
- Remove the engine harness ground stud (2) from the engine block.
- Remove the engine harness grounds (3) from the engine block.
- Disconnect the engine harness electrical connector (4) from the knock sensor.
- Disconnect the engine harness electrical connector (1) from the camshaft position (CMP) sensor wire harness.
- Disconnect the auxiliary heater water pump electrical connector (1).
- Disconnect the engine harness electrical connector (2) from the A/C refrigerant pressure sensor.
- Disconnect the engine harness electrical connector (1) from the crankshaft position (CKP) sensor.
- Disconnect the engine harness electrical connector (2) from the knock sensor.
- Disconnect the engine harness electrical connector (3) from the oil level sensor.
- Disconnect the coolant heater cord from the coolant heater, if equipped.
- Lower the vehicle.
- Remove the ignition coil, as required for proper fit of the J 41798 . Before lifting the engine, refer to Ignition Coil Replacement .
- Remove the 3 phase cable bracket from the right cylinder head.
- Install the J 41798
to left and right cylinder heads.
Tighten
- Tighten the M8 engine lift bracket bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
- Tighten the M10 engine lift bracket bolts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
- Remove the left and right engine mount to frame bolts (1).
- Raise the vehicle.
- Remove the oil pan skid plate bolts and plate, if equipped.
- Place a suitable drain pan under the oil pan drain plug.
- Remove the oil pan drain plug (430).
- Allow the oil to drain completely.
- Reinstall and tighten the oil pan drain plug.
Tighten
Tighten the drain plug to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
- Remove the catalytic converter. Refer to Catalytic Converter Replacement (with Exhaust Clamp) .
- Remove the right flex plate inspection cover bolt (2).
- Remove the right flex plate inspection cover (1).
- With the aid of an assistant, hold the crank pulley, then remove the flywheel to torque dampener bolts.
- Remove the fluid filler tube retaining nut (2) and reposition fill tube aside as necessary.
- Remove the transmission bolts/studs (1).
- Lower the vehicle.
- Remove the fuel/evaporative emission (EVAP) pipe bracket nut from the transmission stud.
- Remove the fuel/EVAP pipe bracket from the stud. Reposition the bracket out of the way.
- Position and install an engine hoist to the J 41798 .
- Install a floor jack under the transmission for support.
- Remove the engine from the vehicle.
- Install the J 21366 .
- Position and install the engine onto an engine stand.
- Remove the engine hoist. from the J 41798 .
- Remove the J 41798 .
- Transfer parts as necessary.
WARNING:
Always perform the High Voltage Disabling procedure prior to servicing any High Voltage component or connection. Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) and proper procedures must be followed.
The High Voltage Disabling procedure will perform the following tasks:
Failure to follow the procedures exactly as written may result in serious injury or death.
NOTE:
There is a positive stop which limits the hood from being opened too far.
CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution .
NOTE:
Rotate engine clockwise only.