Engine Front Cover Replacement Cadillac Escalade GMT800

Tools Required

J 41476 Front and Rear Cover Alignment-at crankshaft seal area

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1. Remove the water pump. Refer to WATER PUMP REPLACEMENT (4.8L, 5.3L, AND 6.0L ENGINES) in Engine Cooling.
2. Remove the crankshaft balancer. Refer to «CRANKSHAFT BALANCER REPLACEMENT»(ref-180687-S39198181152005072800000) .
3. Remove the oil pan-to-front cover bolts (1).
4. Remove the front cover bolts.
5. Remove the front cover and gasket.
6. Discard the front cover gasket.
7. If required, clean and inspect the engine front cover. Refer to «Engine Front Cover Cleaning and Inspection»(ref-180687-S01401458242005072800000) .