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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1987STEP VAN P20, 6.2 J, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ENGINE MECHANICALMECHANICALENGINE REMOVAL - V6REMOVAL & INSTALLATION2.8L2WD
1987 Chevrolet Step Van P20, 6.2 J, Standard
Removal & Installation: 2.8L: 2WD
1987 Chevrolet Step Van P20, 6.2 J, StandardSECTION 2WD
- Disconnect battery. Remove hood and air cleaner. Drain cooling system. Remove radiator hoses, transmission cooler lines and upper fan shroud. Remove radiator and fan and heater hoses. Label and disconnect all vacuum hoses at engine. Disconnect throttle and cruise control cables.
- Disconnect ground wires and cables, main feed wires and any necessary wiring at firewall. Remove distributor cap. Raise vehicle. Disconnect exhaust pipe at converter and both manifolds. Remove strut rods, flywheel inspection cover and torque converter bolts.
- Remove converter hanger at exhaust pipe and rear shield. Disconnect fuel lines and hoses. Remove two outer air dam bolts and lower fan shroud. Remove left body mount bolts and raise body to remove bellhousing bolts. Lower body and remove motor mount through bolts.
- Disconnect A/C compressor and power steering pump from engine and set aside (if equipped). Attach lift equipment to engine. Support transmission and carefully remove engine from vehicle.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.