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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1987STEP VAN P20, 6.2 J, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ENGINE MECHANICALMECHANICALENGINE REMOVAL - V6REMOVAL & INSTALLATION2.8L4WD MODELS WITH MANUAL TRANSMISSION
1987 Chevrolet Step Van P20, 6.2 J, Standard
4WD Models With Manual Transmission
1987 Chevrolet Step Van P20, 6.2 J, StandardSECTION 4WD Models With Manual Transmission
- Remove hood and air cleaner. Disconnect battery and underhood light. Drain cooling system and remove upper fan shroud. Remove radiator hoses, fan and clutch. Remove radiator.
- Remove A/C compressor and power steering pump (if equipped). Disconnect fuel lines and hoses. Remove vacuum hoses and heater hoses at engine. Disconnect accelerator and cruise control cables. Disconnect engine wiring harness, main feed wire, and ground strap at firewall.
- Remove lower fan shroud. Disconnect battery ground at engine. Remove distributor cap and diverter valve. Remove shifter boot and console cover. Remove transfer case shifter, transmission shifter, and transmission shift lever.
- Raise vehicle. Remove front and rear skid plates. Remove front splash shield. Drain transfer case and transmission. Remove rear drive shaft. Disconnect speedometer cable and front drive shaft. Disconnect shift linkage and vacuum hoses at transfer case.
- Disconnect parking brake cable. Remove rear mount and converter bracket. Support transfer case. Unbolt transfer case and remove from vehicle. Remove crossmember. Disconnect back-up light wiring and clip. Unbolt slave cylinder and hang to side. Remove transmission. Remove clutch release bearing and flywheel inspection cover.
- Remove left side body mounting bolts. Lift left side of body and remove bellhousing. Disconnect exhaust at manifolds and converter. Disconnect clutch cross shaft at frame. Remove starter. Remove motor mount bolts. Lower vehicle. Attach lifting device and remove engine.
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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.