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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006CHEVY EXPRESS G2500, VAN CARGO EXTENDED, 5.3 T, 4L60E/M30REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 705 (ENGINE MECHANICAL - 4.8L, 5.3L, AND 6.0L (2 OF 4))ON-VEHICLE REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSENGINE FRONT COVER REPLACEMENTREMOVAL PROCEDURE

2006 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo Extended, 5.3 T, 4L60E/M30

Removal Procedure

2006 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo Extended, 5.3 T, 4L60E/M30SECTION Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 GMC Sierra, 2006 GMC Cab & Chassis Sierra, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado, and 2006 Chevrolet Cab & Chassis Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the water pump. Refer to Water Pump Replacement (4.3L) or Water Pump Replacement (4.8L, 5.3L, and 6.0L) in Engine Cooling.
Remove the crankshaft balancer. Refer to Crankshaft Balancer Replacement (4.8L, 5.3L, and 6.0L Engines) or Crankshaft Balancer Replacement (5.3L Engine w/RPO HP2) .
Remove the oil pan-to-front cover bolts (1).

Fig 1: View Of Oil Pan-To-Front Cover Bolts
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Remove the front cover bolts.
Remove the front cover and gasket.

Fig 2: View Of Front Cover & Bolts
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Discard the front cover gasket.
If required, clean and inspect the engine front cover. Refer to Engine Front Cover Cleaning and Inspection .

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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.