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Chevrolet Silverado / GMC Sierra. Manual - part 2044
3. Install the J 42386-A (1) and bolts. See Special Tools . Use one M10-1.5 x 120 mm and
one M10-1.5 x 45 mm bolt for proper tool operation.
Tighten: Tighten the J 42386-A bolts to 50 N. See Special Tools .m (37 lb ft).
Fig. 51: View Of Camshaft Sprocket, Timing Chain & Sprocket Bolt
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IMPORTANT: Ensure that the teeth of the J 42386-A mesh with the teeth of
the engine flywheel. See Special Tools .
NOTE:
Do not turn the crankshaft assembly after the timing chain has
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
4. Rotate the crankshaft until the timing marks on the crankshaft and the camshaft sprockets are
aligned.
5. Remove the camshaft sprocket bolt (206).
6. Remove the camshaft sprocket (205) and timing chain (208).
Fig. 52: View Of Timing Chain Tensioner & Bolts
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7. Remove the timing chain tension bolts (231) and tensioner (232).
been removed in order to prevent damage to the piston
assemblies or the valves.
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,
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Fig. 53: View Of Crankshaft Sprocket Special Tools
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8. Using 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,
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Fig. 54: View Of Crankshaft Sprocket
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9. 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,
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