Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2002 Chevrolet Venture PlusFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Engine Mechanical Unit Repair
- Specifications
- Component Locator
- Repair Instructions
- Draining Fluids and Oil Filter Removal
- Crankshaft Balancer Removal
- Engine Flywheel Removal
- Drive Belt Tensioner Removal (B Van, N Car, U Van)
- Drive Belt Tensioner Removal (W Car)
- Oil Level Indicator and Tube Removal
- Oil Cooler Removal (U Van, B Van)
- Oil Filter Adapter Removal
- Air Injection Check Valve Removal
- Valve Rocker Arm Cover Removal - Left
- Valve Rocker Arm Cover Removal - Right
- Intake Manifold Removal - Upper
- Intake Manifold Removal - Lower
- Exhaust Manifold Removal - Left
- Exhaust Manifold Removal - Right
- Engine Mount Support and Strut Bracket Removal (N Car)
- Engine Mount Strut and Air Conditioning Compressor Bracket Removal (B Van, U Van, W Car)
- Engine Mount Strut and Engine Lift Bracket Removal (B Van, U Van, W Car)
- Engine Lift Bracket and Generator Bracket Removal (N Car)
- Engine Lift Bracket and Generator Bracket Removal (W Car)
- Engine Lift Bracket and Generator Bracket Removal (B Van, U Van)
- Water Outlet Removal
- Valve Rocker Arm and Push Rod Removal
- Valve Lifter Removal
- Water Pump Removal
- Cylinder Head Removal - Left
- Cylinder Head Removal - Right
- Oil Pan Removal
- Oil Pump Removal
- Oil Pump Drive Removal
- Crankshaft Front Oil Seal Removal
- Engine Front Cover Removal (W Car, B Van, U Van)
- Engine Front Cover Removal (N Car)
- Timing Chain and Sprockets Removal
- Camshaft Removal
- Piston, Connecting Rod, and Bearing Removal
- Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal Removal
- Crankshaft and Bearings Removal
- Camshaft Bearing Removal
- Engine Block Disassemble
- Engine Block Cleaning and Inspection
- Cylinder Boring and Honing
- Engine Block Assemble
- Crankshaft and Bearings Cleaning and Inspection
- Crankshaft Balancer Cleaning and Inspection
- Engine Flywheel Cleaning and Inspection
- Piston and Connecting Rod Disassemble
- Piston, Connecting Rod, and Bearings Cleaning and Inspection
- Piston and Connecting Rod Assemble
- Camshaft and Bearings Cleaning and Inspection
- Timing Chain and Sprockets Cleaning and Inspection
- Valve Lifters Cleaning and Inspection
- Valve Rocker Arm and Push Rods Cleaning and Inspection
- Cylinder Head Disassemble
- Cylinder Head Cleaning and Inspection
- Valve Guide Reaming/Valve and Seat Grinding
- Cylinder Head Assemble
- Oil Pump Disassemble
- Oil Pump Cleaning and Inspection
- Oil Pump Assemble
- Engine Front Cover Cleaning and Inspection
- Valve Rocker Arm Cover Cleaning and Inspection
- Oil Pan Cleaning and Inspection
- Intake Manifold Cleaning and Inspection - Lower
- Intake Manifold Cleaning and Inspection - Upper
- Exhaust Manifold Cleaning and Inspection
- Water Pump Cleaning and Inspection
- Thread Repair
- Service Prior to Assembly
- Camshaft Bearing Installation
- Crankshaft and Bearings Installation
- Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal Installation
- Piston, Connecting Rod, and Bearing Installation
- Camshaft Installation
- Timing Chain and Sprockets Installation
- Engine Front Cover Installation (N Car)
- Engine Front Cover Installation (W Car, B Van, U Van)
- Crankshaft Front Oil Seal Installation
- Oil Pump Drive Installation
- Oil Pump Installation
- Oil Pan Installation
- Cylinder Head Installation - Left
- Cylinder Head Installation - Right
- Water Pump Installation
- Valve Lifter Installation
- Valve Rocker Arm and Push Rod Installation
- Water Outlet Installation
- Engine Lift Bracket and Generator Bracket Installation (N Car)
- Engine Lift Bracket and Generator Bracket Installation (W Car)
- Engine Lift Bracket and Generator Bracket Installation (B Van, U Van)
- Engine Mount Strut and Engine Lift Bracket Installation (B Van, U Van, W Car)
- Engine Mount Strut and Air Conditioning Compressor Bracket Installation (B Van, U Van, W Car)
- Engine Mount Support and Strut Bracket Installation (N Car)
- Exhaust Manifold Installation - Left
- Exhaust Manifold Installation - Right
- Intake Manifold Installation - Lower
- Intake Manifold Installation - Upper
- Valve Rocker Arm Cover Installation - Right
- Valve Rocker Arm Cover Installation - Left
- Air Injection Check Valve Installation
- Oil Filter Adapter Installation
- Oil Cooler Installation
- Oil Level Indicator and Tube Installation
- Drive Belt Tensioner Installation (B Van, N Car, U Van)
- Drive Belt Tensioner Installation (W Car)
- Engine Flywheel Installation
- Crankshaft Balancer Installation
- Description and Operation
- Special Tools and Equipment
Factory Service Tools
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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