Chevrolet Silverado / GMC Sierra. Manual - part 568
Fig. 158: Stampings
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1. Inspect the block for stampings (1) indicating cylinder overbore or a milled deck.
IMPORTANT: If the block has no stampings, the block has a standard bore
and deck.
2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
2008 ENGINE Engine Mechanical - 6.6L - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra & Silverado
Fig. 159: View Of Engine Block Heater
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2. Remove the engine block heater.
3. Remove the O-ring from the block heater and discard.
2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
2008 ENGINE Engine Mechanical - 6.6L - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra & Silverado
Fig. 160: View Of Oil Gallery Plug
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4. Remove the oil gallery plugs.
2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
2008 ENGINE Engine Mechanical - 6.6L - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra & Silverado
Fig. 161: View Of Left Engine Mount & Bolts
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5. Remove the left engine mount bolts.
6. Remove the left engine mount.
2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
2008 ENGINE Engine Mechanical - 6.6L - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra & Silverado