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Sealing surfaces should be clean and free of debris or oil. Specific components such as crankshaft oil seals or valve stem oil seals may require Components requiring lubrication will be identified in the service procedure. When applying sealant to a component, apply the amount specified in the service procedure. Tighten bolts to specifications. Do not overtighten. USE OF ROOM TEMPERATURE VULCANIZING (RTV) AND ANAEROBIC SEALANT Pipe Joint Compound Pipe joint compound is a pliable sealer that does not completely harden. This type of sealer Do not use pipe joint compound in areas where extreme temperatures are expected. These Follow all safety recommendations and directions that are on the container. To remove the sealant or the gasket material, refer to Replacing Engine Gaskets. Apply the pipe joint compound to a clean surface. Use a bead size or quantity as specified in Apply a continuous bead of pipe joint compound to one sealing surface. Sealing surfaces to Tighten the bolts to specifications. Do not overtighten. RTV Sealer IMPORTANT: 3 types of sealer are commonly used in engines. These are room temperature vulcanizing (RTV) sealer, anaerobic gasket NOTE: Refer to Sealant Notice .
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
RTV sealant hardens when exposed to air. This type of sealer is used where 2 non-rigid Do not use RTV sealant in areas where extreme temperatures are expected. These areas Follow all safety recommendations and directions that are on the container. To remove the sealant or the gasket material, refer to Replacing Engine Gaskets. Apply RTV sealant to a clean surface. Use a bead size as specified in the procedure. Run the Assemble components while the RTV sealant is still wet, within 3 minutes. Do not wait for Tighten bolts to specifications. Do not overtighten. Anaerobic Sealer Anaerobic gasket eliminator hardens in the absence of air. This type of sealer is used where Follow all safety recommendations and directions that are on the container. To remove the sealant or the gasket material, refer to Replacing Engine Gaskets. Apply a continuous bead of gasket eliminator to 1 flange. Surfaces to be sealed must be Spread the sealer evenly with your finger to get a uniform coating on the sealing surface. Tighten bolts to specifications. Do not overtighten. NOTE: Refer to Sealant Notice . NOTE: Refer to Sealant Notice . IMPORTANT: Anaerobic sealed joints that are partially torqued and allowed to cure more than 5 minutes may result in incorrect
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
After properly tightening the fasteners, remove the excess sealer from the outside of the TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT Special tools are listed and illustrated throughout this section, with a complete listing at the end To properly service the engine assembly, the following items should be readily available: Approved eye protection and safety gloves A clean, well lit, work area A suitable parts cleaning tank A compressed air supply Trays or storage containers to keep parts and fasteners organized An adequate set of hand tools Approved engine repair stand An approved engine lifting device that will adequately support the weight of the SPECIAL TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT SPECIAL TOOLS Illustration Tool Number/Description EN-46330 Timing Belt Tensioner Retaining Pin
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
EN-46999 Active Fuel Management Tester EN-46999-1 Active Fuel Management Tester Air Adapter EN-46999-5 Active Fuel Management Tester Harness - Small Block V8 EN-47971 Oil Pressure Gage Adapter
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
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