Chevrolet Silverado / GMC Sierra. Service manual — part 19

Fig. 20: View Of Square Tab At Rear Of Engine Block
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4. In order to access the square tab on the right side of the engine remove the starter. Refer to

Starter Motor Replacement (4.3L) .

NOTE:

Refer to ENGINE LIFTING NOTICE .

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

2008 ENGINE Engine Mechanical - 4.3L - Sierra & Silverado

5. Using a jack on the square tab at the rear of the engine block (left side shown) raise the

engine in order to complete the following tasks:

Remove weight from the engine mount.

Place a slight tension on the rubber cushion.

Observe the engine mount while raising the engine.

6. Replace the engine mount if the following conditions exist:

Heat check cracks cover the hard rubber surface.

The rubber cushion is separated from the metal plate of the engine mount.

There is a split through the rubber cushion.

7. Install the starter, if removed. Refer to Starter Motor Replacement (4.3L) .

ENGINE MOUNT REPLACEMENT - LEFT SIDE

Removal Procedure

NOTE:

Refer to ENGINE MOUNTING NOTICE .

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

2008 ENGINE Engine Mechanical - 4.3L - Sierra & Silverado

Fig. 21: Engine Mount To Engine Mount Bracket & Bolts
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1. From under the hood, remove the engine mount to engine mount bracket bolts. (right side

shown, left side similar).

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

2008 ENGINE Engine Mechanical - 4.3L - Sierra & Silverado

Fig. 22: Identifying Oil Pan Skid Plate
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2. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .

3. Remove the oil pan skid plate bolts and plate.

NOTE:

Refer to ENGINE LIFTING NOTICE .

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

2008 ENGINE Engine Mechanical - 4.3L - Sierra & Silverado