Chevrolet Silverado / GMC Sierra. Service manual — part 1961

Fig. 219: Gasket Retaining Strap Locations
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6. Identify the 8 gasket retaining strap locations (1-8).

IMPORTANT: Remove only the outer gasket from the manifold. Do not

disassemble any of the internal components of the manifold
in an attempt to remove the 8 inner sealing gaskets. If the
inner gaskets are cut or damaged, replace the manifold as an
assembly. Only use a wire-cutter type tool in order to
minimize the amount of debris. Do not use a rotary-type
cutting tool on the retaining straps.

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. 220: Retaining Strap
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7. Using a cutter type tool, cut the 8 retaining straps.

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. 221: Identifying Valve Cover Outer Gasket
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8. Remove the outer gasket (1) from the valve lifter oil manifold.

Installation Procedure

IMPORTANT: All gasket surfaces should be free of oil or other foreign material

during assembly.

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. 222: Identifying Valve Cover Outer Gasket
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

1. Place the service gasket (1) onto the valve lifter oil manifold.

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