Chevrolet Silverado / GMC Sierra. Manual — part 2107

Fig. 294: View Of Camshaft
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10. Lay the crankshaft onto 2 wooden V-blocks or other protective surface.

IMPORTANT: Use care when handling the crankshaft. Avoid damage to the

CKP sensor reluctor ring teeth. Nicks, burrs or other damage
to the teeth may effect on-board diagnostics (OBD) II system
performance.

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. 295: View Of Crankshaft Bearings & Bearing Caps
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11. Remove the crankshaft bearings from the bearing caps and the engine block.

12. Mark, sort, or organize the crankshaft bearings so they may be installed to their original

position and location. Refer to Separating Parts .

ENGINE BLOCK PLUG REMOVAL

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. 296: Identifying Engine Block Coolant Heater
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1. Remove the engine block coolant heater (114) and seal (115).

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