Chevrolet Silverado / GMC Sierra. Manual - part 63
Fig. 188: Locating Cylinder Head Bolts (Right)
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9. Remove and discard the cylinder head bolts.
2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
2008 ENGINE Engine Mechanical - 4.3L - Sierra & Silverado
Fig. 189: Removing/Installing Cylinder Head (Right)
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10. Remove the cylinder head.
2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
2008 ENGINE Engine Mechanical - 4.3L - Sierra & Silverado
Fig. 190: View Of Cylinder Head Gasket And Alignment Pins - Right
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11. Remove and discard the cylinder head gasket.
2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
2008 ENGINE Engine Mechanical - 4.3L - Sierra & Silverado
Fig. 191: Cylinder Head Locator Pins
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12. Remove the cylinder head locator pins, if necessary.
13. Clean and inspect the cylinder head, if necessary. Refer to Cylinder Head Cleaning and
Inspection.
14. Disassemble the cylinder head, if necessary. Refer to Cylinder Head Disassemble.
Installation Procedure
2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
2008 ENGINE Engine Mechanical - 4.3L - Sierra & Silverado