Cylinder Head Replacement - Left

Cylinder Head Replacement - Left Side

Special Tools

J 45059 Angle Meter


Removal Procedure





1. Remove the generator bracket. Refer to Generator Bracket Replacement (5.3L and 6.0L Engines) .
2. Remove the coolant air bleed pipe. Refer to Coolant Air Bleed Pipe Assembly Replacement (Service and Repair) .
3. Remove the left exhaust manifold. Refer to Exhaust Manifold Replacement - Left Side (LH6/LS2) (Exhaust Manifold Replacement - Left Side) .
4. Remove the pushrods. Refer to Valve Rocker Arm and Push Rod Replacement (Service and Repair) .
5. If equipped, remove the auxiliary air conditioning (A/C) bracket bolt (5).
6. Remove the cylinder head. Refer to Cylinder Head Removal - Left Side (Overhaul) .
7. Clean and inspect the cylinder head. Refer to Cylinder Head Cleaning and Inspection (Overhaul) .



Installation Procedure

1. Install the cylinder head. Refer to Cylinder Head Installation - Left Side (Overhaul) .





Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice .

2. If equipped, install the auxiliary A/C bracket bolt (5).

Tighten the bolt to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).

3. Install the pushrods. Refer to Valve Rocker Arm and Push Rod Replacement (Service and Repair) .
4. Install the left exhaust manifold. Refer to Exhaust Manifold Replacement - Left Side (LH6/LS2) (Exhaust Manifold Replacement - Left Side) .
5. Install the coolant air bleed pipe. Refer to Coolant Air Bleed Pipe Assembly Replacement (Service and Repair) .
6. Install the generator bracket. Refer to Generator Bracket Replacement (5.3L and 6.0L Engines) .