Chevrolet Silverado / GMC Sierra. Service manual — part 69

2. Using J 35468 and a hammer, install the crankshaft front oil seal. See Special Tools.

3. Ensure the crankshaft front oil seal is flush and square to the engine front cover.

4. Install the crankshaft balancer. Refer to Crankshaft Balancer Replacement.

ENGINE FRONT COVER REPLACEMENT

Removal Procedure

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

2008 ENGINE Engine Mechanical - 4.3L - Sierra & Silverado

Fig. 211: View Of Engine Protection Shield
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1. Remove the water pump. Refer to Water Pump Replacement (LU3) .

2. Remove the crankshaft balancer. Refer to Crankshaft Balancer Replacement.

3. Remove the oil pan. Refer to Oil Pan Replacement.

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

2008 ENGINE Engine Mechanical - 4.3L - Sierra & Silverado

4. Remove the engine shield bolts and shield.

Fig. 212: Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Electrical Connector & Clip
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5. Remove engine wire harness clip (1) from front cover.

6. Disconnect the crankshaft position (CKP) sensor electrical connector (2).

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

2008 ENGINE Engine Mechanical - 4.3L - Sierra & Silverado

Fig. 213: CKP Sensor Bolt And Sensor
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7. Remove the CKP sensor bolt and sensor.

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

2008 ENGINE Engine Mechanical - 4.3L - Sierra & Silverado