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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CHEVY EXPRESS G2500, VAN CARGO EXTENDED, 5.7 R, L31/KL8REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 518 (ENGINE CONTROLS - 3.6L (LY7) (INTRODUCTION))REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSCRANKSHAFT POSITION (CKP) SENSOR REPLACEMENTREMOVAL PROCEDURE
2001 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo Extended, 5.7 R, L31/KL8

Removal Procedure

2001 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo Extended, 5.7 R, L31/KL8SECTION Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Buick Rendezvous. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Turn the ignition OFF.
  2. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
    3. IMPORTANT: The catalytic converter does not have to be removed from the vehicle, relocate to the side.
  3. Remove the catalytic converter. Refer to Catalytic Converter Replacement in Engine Exhaust.
  4. Disconnect the intermediate steering shaft from the steering gear. Refer to Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement in Steering Wheel and Column.
    5. Fig 1: Supporting Rear Center Section Of Frame With A Utility Stand
    GM1388664Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Position a utility stand beneath the rear center section of the frame in order to support the powertrain.
  6. Remove the frame rear bolts.
    7. IMPORTANT: Do not lower the powertrain more than 100 mm (4 in).
  7. Carefully lower the powertrain in order to provide access.
    8. Fig 2: View Of Crank Sensor Heat Shield & Bolts
    GM1395482Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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