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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1996CHEVY EXPRESS G1500, VAN CARGOLABOR TIMESENGINE MECHANICALMECHANICALSHORT BLOCKREMOVE & REPLACE
1996 Chevrolet Chevy Express G1500, Van Cargo
Short Block: Remove & Replace
1996 Chevrolet Chevy Express G1500, Van CargoSECTION Remove & Replace
Consists of a Cylinder Block fitted with Pistons, Rings, Connecting Rods, Crankshaft, all Bearings and the following (where applicable): Camshaft(s), Timing Chain or Belt and Sprockets or Gears.
Includes: Grind Valves, clean and transfer Cylinder Head(s), Fuel and Electrical Assemblies, Engine Mounts, Manifolds, Valve Cover(s), Oil Pan, Oil Pump, Timing Cover(s), Timing Components, Water Pump, Clutch Assembly and Flywheel. Adjust Valves.
| Applies To | Note | Standard Hours | Warranty Hours | Skill Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V6 | 24.1 | A | ||
| Additional Procedure: SHORT BLOCK: Remove & Replace: | ||||
| V6, Where Air Cond interferes add | 1.1 | 1.1 | A | |
| Where Air Pump interferes add | 0.5 | A | ||
| Where Cruise Control interferes add | 0.2 | A | ||
| Where Elect Eng System interferes add | 0.5 | A | ||
| Where Eng Oil Cooler interferes add | 0.6 | A | ||
| Where Pwr Stg interferes add | 0.4 | A | ||
| Where Trans Oil Cooler interferes add | 0.2 | A | ||
RENDER: 1.0x
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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.