Chevrolet Silverado / GMC Sierra. Service manual — part 2213

6. Measure for a correctly installed balancer.

If the balancer is not installed to the proper dimensions, install the J 41665 and repeat the
installation procedure. See Special Tools .

Fig. 99: View Of Crankshaft Balancer Bolt
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

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

7. Install the NEW crankshaft balancer bolt (139).

Tighten:

1. Tighten the crankshaft balancer bolt a first pass to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).

2. Tighten the crankshaft balancer bolt a second pass to 140 degrees using the J 45059 .

8. Remove the J 42386-A . See Special Tools .

ENGINE PRELUBING

Tools Required

J 45299 Engine Preluber

Prelube

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. 100: View Of Engine Block Left Front Oil Gallery Plug
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

1. Remove the engine oil filter and fill with clean engine oil.

IMPORTANT: A constant and continuous flow of clean engine oil is

required in order to properly prime the engine. Use an
approved engine oil as specified in the owners manual.

NOTE:

Refer to Fastener Notice .

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

2. Install the oil filter.

Tighten: Tighten the oil filter to 30 N.m (22 lb ft).

3. Locate the engine block left front oil gallery plug (116).

4. Install the M16 x 1.5 adapter P/N 509375.

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