Chevrolet Silverado / GMC Sierra. Service manual — part 2102

5. Loosen and separate the CMP actuator and timing chain from the camshaft. Position fingers

behind the actuator sprocket and pull the actuator away from the front of the camshaft.
Never pull on the reluctor wheel when attempting to remove the actuator.

CAUTION: Refer to Camshaft Position Actuator Removal and

Installation Caution .

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

2008 ENGINE Engine Mechanical - 4.8L, 5.3L, 6.0L, 6.2L, or 7.0L - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado,

Sierra & Silverado

Fig. 275: View Of CMP Actuator & Timing Chain
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

6. Remove the CMP actuator (235) and timing chain (208).

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

2008 ENGINE Engine Mechanical - 4.8L, 5.3L, 6.0L, 6.2L, or 7.0L - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado,

Sierra & Silverado

Fig. 276: View Of Tie Strap Through Center Of Actuator
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

7. Insert a tie strap (1) through the center of the actuator and over the reluctor wheel.

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

2008 ENGINE Engine Mechanical - 4.8L, 5.3L, 6.0L, 6.2L, or 7.0L - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado,

Sierra & Silverado

Fig. 277: View Of Timing Chain Tensioner & Bolts
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

8. Remove the bolts (231) and timing chain tensioner (232).

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

2008 ENGINE Engine Mechanical - 4.8L, 5.3L, 6.0L, 6.2L, or 7.0L - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado,

Sierra & Silverado