Chevrolet Silverado / GMC Sierra. Service manual — part 2100

4. Remove the camshaft sprocket (205) and timing chain (208).

Fig. 267: View Of Timing Chain Tensioner & Bolts
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5. 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

Fig. 268: View Of Crankshaft Sprocket Special Tools
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6. Use the J 41816-2 (1), the J 41558 (2), bolts (3), and the J 8433 (4) in order to remove the

crankshaft sprocket. See Special Tools .

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. 269: View Of Crankshaft Sprocket
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7. Remove the crankshaft sprocket (207).

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. 270: View Of Crankshaft Key & Keyway
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8. Remove the crankshaft sprocket key, as required.

9. Remove the automatic transmission flex plate and bolts. Refer to Automatic Transmission

Flex Plate Removal.

10. Remove the J 42386-A and bolts. See Special Tools .

CAMSHAFT POSITION ACTUATOR AND SOLENOID VALVE REMOVAL

Tools Required

J 8433 Two Jaw Puller. See Special Tools .

J 41558 Crankshaft Sprocket Remover. See Special Tools .

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