Chevrolet Silverado / GMC Sierra. Service manual — part 63

Fig. 188: Locating Cylinder Head Bolts (Right)
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9. Remove and discard the cylinder head bolts.

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

2008 ENGINE Engine Mechanical - 4.3L - Sierra & Silverado

Fig. 189: Removing/Installing Cylinder Head (Right)
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10. Remove the cylinder head.

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

2008 ENGINE Engine Mechanical - 4.3L - Sierra & Silverado

Fig. 190: View Of Cylinder Head Gasket And Alignment Pins - Right
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11. Remove and discard the cylinder head gasket.

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

2008 ENGINE Engine Mechanical - 4.3L - Sierra & Silverado

Fig. 191: Cylinder Head Locator Pins
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12. Remove the cylinder head locator pins, if necessary.

13. Clean and inspect the cylinder head, if necessary. Refer to Cylinder Head Cleaning and

Inspection.

14. Disassemble the cylinder head, if necessary. Refer to Cylinder Head Disassemble.

Installation Procedure

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

2008 ENGINE Engine Mechanical - 4.3L - Sierra & Silverado