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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CHEVY EXPRESS G3500, VAN PASSENGER EXTENDED, 6.5 FREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 330 (ENGINE MECHANICAL - 2.2L)REMOVAL AND INSTALLATIONUNIT REPAIR DISASSEMBLYENGINE REMOVAL FROM FRAME
2001 Chevrolet Chevy Express G3500, Van Passenger Extended, 6.5 F

Engine Removal From Frame

2001 Chevrolet Chevy Express G3500, Van Passenger Extended, 6.5 FSECTION Engine Removal From Frame
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The transaxle remains mounted firmly in the cradle during removal.

NOTE: Manual Transaxles require the engine to be moved approximately 100 mm. (4 in.) forward in cradle for input shaft disengagement.
  1. With engine/transaxle on table, attach engine lift hoist to engine lift hooks.
    Fig 1: Attach Engine Lift Hoist To Engine Lift Hooks
    G01039484Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Remove starter.
  3. Remove torque converter to flywheel bolts.
  4. Remove transaxle to engine bolts.
  5. Remove power takeoff unit (PTU) brackets to engine bolts (if equipped).
  6. Disconnect transaxle electrical connectors if equipped.
    Fig 2: Disconnecting Transaxle Electrical Connectors
    G01039485Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. If equipped with auto transaxle, disconnect PRNDL switch electrical connector.
  8. Separate engine from transaxle.
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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.