Chevrolet Silverado / GMC Sierra. Manual - part 113
Fig. 370: Exhaust Manifold Bolts
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1. Remove the spark plug wires from the spark plugs.
1. Rotate the spark plug wire boot one half turn.
2. Pull outward on the spark plug wire boot to release from the spark plug.
2. Remove the spark plug wires from the spark plug wire retainers.
3. Remove the exhaust manifold bolts.
NOTE:
Twist the spark plug boot one-half turn in order to release the
boot. Pull on the spark plug boot only. Do not pull on the spark
plug wire or the wire could be damaged.
2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
2008 ENGINE Engine Mechanical - 4.3L - Sierra & Silverado
4. Remove the spark plug wire shields and the exhaust manifold.
Fig. 371: Exhaust Manifold Gaskets
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5. Remove and discard the exhaust manifold gaskets.
OIL LEVEL INDICATOR AND TUBE REMOVAL
2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
2008 ENGINE Engine Mechanical - 4.3L - Sierra & Silverado
Fig. 372: Locating Oil Level Indicator
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1. Remove the oil level indicator from the oil level indicator tube, if required.
2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
2008 ENGINE Engine Mechanical - 4.3L - Sierra & Silverado
Fig. 373: View Of Oil Level Indicator Tube Bolt
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2. Remove the oil level indicator tube bolt.
3. Remove the oil level indicator tube from the engine block.
WATER PUMP REMOVAL
Tools Required
J 41240 Fan Clutch Remover and Installer. See Special Tools.
2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
2008 ENGINE Engine Mechanical - 4.3L - Sierra & Silverado