5.7l v8 - VIN [k] GMC Cab & Chassis R2500

ENGINE IDENTIFICATION

Note. For engine repair procedures not covered in this article, see ENGINE OVERHAUL PROCEDURES - GENERAL INFORMATION article in the GENERAL INFORMATION section.

Engine can be identified by the eighth character of the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). The VIN number is located on a metal tag on the top left corner of the instrument panel. Engine identification number is stamped on a machined pad on front of cylinder block, immediately forward of right cylinder head.

ENGINE IDENTIFICATION CODES

VALVE CLEARANCE ADJUSTMENT

1. Rotate engine until No. 1 piston is on TDC of compression stroke. With piston in this position, adjust valves listed in appropriate «VALVE CLEARANCE ADJUSTMENT»(/gmc/cab-chassis-r2500/1987-1987/remont/mechanical/#57l-v8-vin-k) table.
2. Loosen rocker arm adjusting nut until lash is present. Tighten adjusting nut until lash is removed and push rod will not rotate. When lash is removed, tighten adjusting nut one full turn.
3. Rotate crankshaft 360 degrees to bring No. 6 piston to TDC of compression stroke. Adjust remaining valves. See VALVE CLEARANCE ADJUSTMENT table.

VALVE CLEARANCE ADJUSTMENT (1)

Removal & Installation

1. Remove hood, air cleaner, accessory drive belts, fan and water pump pulley. Disconnect battery cables and drain cooling system. Disconnect all hoses, lines, linkage and wiring from engine.
2. On A/C equipped models, remove compressor and set aside. On all others, disconnect transmission oil cooler lines (if equipped). Remove radiator with shroud. Remove power steering pump (if equipped). Disconnect fuel lines. Raise vehicle and drain crankcase.
3. On 4WD models with automatic transmission, remove strut rods at motor mounts. Disconnect crossover pipe from exhaust manifold. Remove flywheel or converter inspection cover and converter-to-flex plate attaching bolts.
4. On all, remove starter and wiring along right pan rail. Support transmission and remove bolts from engine to bellhousing. Remove lower engine mount bracket frame bolts. Lower vehicle and attach lift equipment. Remove engine.

1. Disconnect negative battery cable. Raise and support vehicle and drain engine oil. Remove exhaust crossover pipe. If equipped with automatic transmission, remove inspection cover.
2. On 4WD models with automatic transmission, remove strut rods at engine mounts. On all, remove oil pan bolts and oil pan. Clean all gasket mating surfaces. When installing, apply 1/8" bead of sealer on entire oil pan sealing flange. Align holes of gasket on block and install oil pan. Reverse the rest of the removal procedure.

Removal

1. Disconnect negative battery cable. Remove air cleaner. Drain cooling system.
2. Remove heater and radiator hose. Remove alternator bracket. Label and disconnect necessary wires and hoses. Disconnect necessary fuel lines and linkages.
3. Remove distributor cap and mark position of rotor with chalk. Remove distributor. Remove A/C compressor and bracket (if equipped). Remove brake vacuum pipe. Remove manifold bolts and intake manifold. Note location of gasket clips used on some TBI models.

Installation

1. Install gaskets on cylinder head with arrow or tab facing the front of engine. Apply small amount of RTV sealant to upper area of gasket clip. (Scheme 57)
2. Install gasket clips (if equipped). Apply 3/16" bead of silicone sealer at front and rear intake manifold mounting surface of cylinder block. Extend bead of sealer 1/2" up each cylinder head. (Scheme 57) Tighten intake manifold to specifications using the sequence (Scheme 58) Reverse removal procedure for remaining components.

Scheme 57

Scheme 58

Remove heat stove tube. Remove all attached brackets and heat shields. Disconnect oxygen sensor wire. Disconnect exhaust pipe from manifold. Bend over lock tabs (if equipped). Remove retaining bolts and exhaust manifold.

Clean all mating surfaces. Install manifold and tighten attaching bolts to specification. Bend over lock tabs (if equipped). To complete installation, reverse removal procedure.

1. Disconnect negative battery cable. Drain cooling system, including block. Remove intake and exhaust manifolds. Remove A/C compressor and bracket (if equipped). Disconnect wiring and hoses from cylinder heads. Remove alternator, spark plugs and valve covers.
2. Loosen rocker arm nuts and rotate rocker arms to side. Remove push rods in sequence and mark for reassembly in original locations. Remove cylinder head bolts. Remove cylinder heads.

Cleaning & Inspection

Clean cylinder head and inspect. For complete cleaning and inspection see ENGINE OVERHAUL PROCEDURES - GENERAL INFORMATION in this section.

1. Clean all gasket surfaces and head bolt holes. On steel head gaskets apply thin coat of sealer to both sides of gasket. Do not use sealer on steel/asbestos gaskets.
2. Position gaskets on cylinder block with bead facing upward. Ensure that all holes align. Install cylinder heads. Coat threads of head bolts with Sealant (1052080).
3. Install and tighten head bolts in sequence. (Scheme 59) Tighten head bolts to specification. To complete installation, reverse removal procedure. Lubricate valve tip, rocker arm pivot and push rod socket with Molykote prior to installation. Adjust valves. See «VALVE CLEARANCE ADJUSTMENT»(/gmc/cab-chassis-r2500/1987-1987/remont/mechanical/#57l-v8-vin-k__valve-clearance-adjustment).

Scheme 59

ROCKER ARM STUDS

Rocker arm studs which are loose in head or have damaged threads can be replaced using oversize studs. Oversize studs are available in .003" (.08 mm) and .013" (.33 mm). Rocker arm studs are a press-fit in cylinder head. Rocker arm studs retain the push rod guide.

1. Using Stud Remover (J-5802-01), place remover over stud. Install nut and flat washer. Tighten nut to remove stud from cylinder head. Ream hole for oversize stud.
2. Use Reamer (J-5715) for .003" (.08 mm) and Reamer (J-6036) for .013" (.33 mm) oversize replacement studs. Coat press-fit area of stud with hypoid axle lubricant.
3. Using Stud Driver (J-6880), drive stud in cylinder head. Proper stud height is obtained when driver bottoms against cylinder head.

VALVE SPRINGS & OIL SEALS

See ENGINE OVERHAUL PROCEDURES - GENERAL INFORMATION article for general removal and installation procedures. Valve spring free length and tension should be checked prior to installation. See VALVE SPRINGS table under ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS.

1. Disconnect negative battery cable at battery. Drain cooling system. If necessary, remove radiator shroud. Remove all accessory drive belts, fan and pulley.
2. Remove vibration damper retaining bolt. Using Damper Puller/Installer (J-23523-E), remove vibration damper. Remove all mounting brackets and coolant hoses attached to water pump. Remove water pump, front cover, timing tab (if equipped) and gasket.

1. Install gasket on front cover with gasket sealer. Install cover on engine block and timing tab (if equipped). Tighten bolts to specification. Install vibration damper using damper puller/installer.
2. Before installing vibration damper retaining bolt, apply small amount of RTV sealant at crankshaft Woodruff key and vibration damper. Install retaining bolt and tighten to specification. Reverse removal procedure to install remaining components. Tighten all bolts to specification.

Remove drive belts. Remove vibration damper retaining bolt. Using Damper Puller/Installer (J-23523-E), remove vibration damper. Pry seal from cover with screwdriver. Do not damage front cover.

1. Using Seal Installer (J-35468), install new seal in front cover. Seal lip must face toward the engine. Coat seal lip with engine oil. Install vibration damper.
2. Before installing vibration damper retaining bolt, apply small amount of RTV sealant at crankshaft Woodruff key and vibration damper. Install retaining bolt and tighten to specification. Reverse removal procedure to install remaining components. Tighten all bolts to specification.

Remove engine front cover. See ENGINE FRONT COVER . Crank engine over until timing marks on camshaft and crankshaft sprockets are aligned. Remove camshaft sprocket and timing chain. If crankshaft sprocket replacement is necessary, use Sprocket Puller (J-5825-A) to remove sprocket.

1. Install Woodruff key in crankshaft (if removed). Using Crankshaft Sprocket Installer (J-5590), install crankshaft sprocket on crankshaft. Install camshaft sprocket and timing chain.
2. Ensure timing marks on sprockets are aligned. (Scheme 60) Install and tighten sprocket bolts to specification. Reverse removal procedure to install remaining components. Tighten all bolts to specification.

Scheme 60

Remove transmission, clutch (if equipped) and flywheel. Install screw driver in notches located on rear seal retainer. (Scheme 61) Pry seal from retainer. Note direction of seal lip.

Scheme 61

1. Ensure all surfaces are clean. Lubricate inner and outer seal area with engine oil. Place seal on Seal Installer (J-35621). Place seal installer against crankshaft.
2. Thread attaching screws in crankshaft. Tighten screws to square seal with crankshaft. Rotate handle until it bottoms. Remove seal installer and components. Install flywheel, clutch and transmission.

Remove oil pan. Remove pump-to-rear main bearing cap bolts. Remove pump and baffle (if equipped) and extension shaft.

Disassembly

Remove pump cover. If necessary, remove inlet tube and screen assembly. Mark gears at a meshing point, so they may be reassembled with same gear teeth indexing. Remove gears. Remove pressure regulator retaining pin. Remove washer (if equipped), pressure regulator valve and spring. (Scheme 62)

Scheme 62

Inspection

Inspect pump body and cover for cracks or excessive wear. Inspect pump gears for damage or wear. Check drive gear shaft for looseness in pump body. Check pressure regulator valve for fit in bore. Replace entire pump assembly if damaged. Inspect inlet tube and screen assembly for damage.

Reassembly

Install pump gears into pump body, with marked gear teeth indexing. Idler gear must be installed with smooth side of gear toward cover opening. If inlet tube was removed, apply sealer to end of inlet tube. Tap inlet tube into place, using plastic hammer. Reassemble remaining components in reverse order of disassembly. Tighten cover screws to specification.

Prime oil pump with engine oil. Assemble pump and extension shaft to engine. Ensure slot on top of extension shaft engages with drive tang on end of distributor shaft. Install oil pump and baffle (if used). Tighten retaining bolt to specification. Install oil pan.

Disconnect negative battery cable at battery. Drain cooling system. Remove all drive belts, coolant hoses and mounting brackets attached to water pump. If necessary, remove fan shroud. Remove fan and pulley. Remove water pump and gaskets.

Clean all gasket surfaces. Using new gaskets, install and tighten water pump bolts to specification. Install remaining components in reverse order of removal.

Note. For further information on cooling systems, see ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM article.

OVERHAUL

Note. See ENGINE OVERHAUL PROCEDURES - GENERAL INFORMATION article for detailed information on performing basic engine overhaul and checking procedures not listed here.

1. Remove intake manifold, engine front cover, timing chain and camshaft sprocket. Remove valve covers. Loosen all rocker arm nuts and rotate rockers to one side. Remove push rods and lifters. Mark for location for reassembly reference.
2. Remove radiator and grille. Remove camshaft.

Clean all components with clean solvent. Inspect camshaft lobes for signs of flaking or flat spots. Measure camshaft journal O.D. and runout. See ENGINE OVERHAUL PROCEDURES - GENERAL INFORMATION article. Replace camshaft if not within specification. See CAMSHAFT under ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS table.

1. Coat camshaft lobes and journals with engine oil supplement. Install 3 bolts in front of camshaft (for ease in handling). Install camshaft. Tighten to specification.
2. Temporarily place camshaft sprocket on camshaft and align timing marks. Install camshaft sprocket and chain. Tighten camshaft sprocket attaching bolts to specification.
3. Lubricate timing chain with engine oil. When installing new camshaft, install new lifters, change oil and filter. Reverse removal procedure to install remaining components. Tighten all bolts to specification. Adjust valves. See VALVE CLEARANCE ADJUSTMENT.

1. Remove oil pan, oil pump, crankshaft and camshaft. Move pistons upward to top of cylinder bores. Using Bearing Remover/ Installer (J-6098-01), remove camshaft bearings. See «ENGINE OVERHAUL PROCEDURES - GENERAL INFORMATION»(/gmc/cab-chassis-r2500/1987-1987/remont/engine/#engine-overhaul-procedures-general-information) article.
2. Install front and rear camshaft bearings first, to act as guides for remover/installer pilot. Ensure that bearing passages are aligned with oil passages in block. Use 3/32" diameter round stock to check oil passage alignment. Coat camshaft rear bore plug with sealer. Install plug even to 1/32" below engine block surface.

Remove intake manifold and cylinder head. Remove oil pan and oil pump. Ensure that rods and rod caps are marked for cylinder location. Remove cylinder ridge and piston and rod assembly. See ENGINE OVERHAUL PROCEDURES - GENERAL INFORMATION article.

For complete cleaning and inspection see ENGINE OVERHAUL PROCEDURES - GENERAL INFORMATION article.

Scheme 63

1. For installation, end clearance and side clearance checking procedure see «ENGINE OVERHAUL PROCEDURES - GENERAL INFORMATION»(/gmc/cab-chassis-r2500/1987-1987/remont/engine/#engine-overhaul-procedures-general-information) article. Properly position rings on piston. (Scheme 63) Ensure that notch in top of piston is toward the front of engine.
2. Check connecting rod side clearance. See «ENGINE OVERHAUL PROCEDURES - GENERAL INFORMATION»(/gmc/cab-chassis-r2500/1987-1987/remont/engine/#engine-overhaul-procedures-general-information) article. Connecting rod side clearance must be within specification. See «CRANKSHAFT MAIN & CONNECTING ROD BEARINGS»(/gmc/cab-chassis-r2500/1987-1987/remont/mechanical/#57l-v8-vin-k) table under ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS. Ensure crankshaft turns smoothly.

VALVE SPRING INSTALLED HEIGHT

Installed valve spring height must be checked whenever the springs are removed. See ENGINE OVERHAUL PROCEDURES - GENERAL INFORMATION article. If installed height exceeds specifications, shim to meet specifications. See SPRING INSTALLED HEIGHT table.

SPRING INSTALLED HEIGHT SPECIFICATION

VALVE GUIDES

Check valve stem-to-guide clearance when valves are out. See ENGINE OVERHAUL PROCEDURES. Oversize valves must be used if not within specification. See VALVES under ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS. Valves with oversize stems are available.

Checking

1. Remove valve cover and rocker arm assembly. Using Lobe Lift Indicator (J-8520), mount dial indicator on cylinder head. Position dial indicator and ball socket adapter on push rod.
2. Slowly rotate engine in direction of rotation until lifter is on base circle of camshaft. This is the lowest reading. Adjust dial indicator to zero. Rotate engine until push rod is fully raised and note reading.
3. Compare reading with specification. See CAMSHAFT table under ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS. Replace camshaft and lifters if not within specification.

CYLINDER BLOCK/CRANK/PISTON INSPECTION & OVERHAUL

Note. See ENGINE OVERHAUL PROCEDURES - GENERAL INFORMATION article for detailed information on performing basic engine overhaul and checking procedures not listed here.

Piston pins are press-fit in connecting rod. With pistons/connecting rod already out of the engine, remove the snap rings from piston. Using an arbor press, press piston pin from piston and connecting rod. Note location of piston notches or valve area in relation to rod bearing tangs.

Measure piston pin diameter, piston pin bore diameter and connecting rod pin bore. Determine piston pin clearance for piston and connecting rod. Replace piston, piston pin or connecting rod if not within specification. See PISTONS , PINS, RINGS table under ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS.

Lubricate piston pin holes in piston and connecting rod with engine oil. Install piston on connecting rod with valve areas opposite rod bearing tangs. Using arbor press, press piston pin into piston and connecting rod. Install snap rings. Check piston for freedom of movement on piston pin.

FITTING PISTONS

To fit pistons, determine cylinder taper, wear and out-of-roundness and piston clearance. See ENGINE OVERHAUL PROCEDURES - GENERAL INFORMATION article. For cylinder specifications see CYLINDER & PISTON WEAR SPECIFICATIONS table. If taper or out-of-round are not within limits, hone or bore cylinders for installation of new pistons.

FITTING RINGS

Check piston ring end gap and side clearance to prevent ring damage. See ENGINE OVERHAUL PROCEDURES - GENERAL INFORMATION article. If ring gap is not within specifications, try another ring set. See PISTONS , PINS, RINGS under ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS table.

Inspection & Installation

1. Ensure rod caps are marked for cylinder identification. Remove rod cap and bearings. Inspect bearings for wear or damage and replace as necessary.
2. Check crankshaft rod bearing journal for out-of-round or taper. Crankshaft out-of-round or taper must not exceed .001" (.03 mm).
3. Measure bearing clearance using Plastigage method. See «ENGINE OVERHAUL PROCEDURES - GENERAL INFORMATION»(/gmc/cab-chassis-r2500/1987-1987/remont/engine/#engine-overhaul-procedures-general-information) article. Install new bearings and tighten rod cap to specification. See «CRANKSHAFT MAIN & CONNECTING ROD BEARINGS»(/gmc/cab-chassis-r2500/1987-1987/remont/mechanical/#57l-v8-vin-k) table under ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS.
4. If clearance exceeds specifications, undersize bearings possibly can be used in combination to produce correct clearance. If clearance is still excessive, crankshaft must be reconditioned.
5. Clean crankshaft journal and bearing surface in rod. Insert bearings in rod and cap, then lubricate bearing surfaces with oil. Pull piston and rod assembly down onto crankshaft.
6. Install cap and tighten to specification. Check connecting rod side clearance. See «ENGINE OVERHAUL PROCEDURES - GENERAL INFORMATION»(/gmc/cab-chassis-r2500/1987-1987/remont/engine/#engine-overhaul-procedures-general-information) article. Side clearance should be within specification. See «CRANKSHAFT MAIN & CONNECTING ROD BEARINGS»(/gmc/cab-chassis-r2500/1987-1987/remont/mechanical/#57l-v8-vin-k) under ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS article.

Note. Some production crankshafts are ground to .009" (.23 mm) undersize on some journals on the 5.0L and 5.7L.

1. Ensure that crankshaft and cylinder block is clean. Install upper main bearings in cylinder block. Ensure that tang and oil holes align on bearing with cylinder block.
2. Carefully install crankshaft. Check bearing clearance using Plastigage method. See «ENGINE OVERHAUL PROCEDURES - GENERAL INFORMATION»(/gmc/cab-chassis-r2500/1987-1987/remont/engine/#engine-overhaul-procedures-general-information) article. Install lower main bearings and caps. Ensure that bearing caps are installed in proper location. Tighten bearing caps to specification. See «TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS»(/gmc/cab-chassis-r2500/1987-1987/remont/mechanical/#57l-v8-vin-k__torque-specifications) .
3. Once bearing clearance is checked, remove caps and coat bearing and journals with engine oil. Install all bearing caps except rear bearing cap. Thrust bearing alignment must be set to provide proper operation. Tighten main cap bolts to specification. Crankshaft end play must be checked.

1. Ensure all other main bearing caps have been properly tightened.
2. Install and tighten rear main bearing cap bolts to 10 ft. lbs. (14 N.m). Tap crankshaft rearward, then forward. Tighten rear main bearing cap to specification.
3. Pry crankshaft toward front of engine and check crankshaft end play. See «ENGINE OVERHAUL PROCEDURES - GENERAL INFORMATION»(/gmc/cab-chassis-r2500/1987-1987/remont/engine/#engine-overhaul-procedures-general-information) article. Check for proper thrust bearing if end play is not within specification. See «CRANKSHAFT MAIN & CONNECTING ROD BEARING»(/gmc/cab-chassis-r2500/1987-1987/remont/mechanical/#57l-v8-vin-k) table under ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS. NOTE: Some engines may contain an .008" (.20 mm) wider main bearing thrust face. These crankshafts can be identified by .008" stamped on rear counterweight. During replacement, use an .008" oversized bearing if the stamping is found.

DESCRIPTION

Gear-type oil pump delivers full pressure lubrication to main oil gallery and through full-flow oil filter. Through drilled passages in block, main oil gallery feeds oil to all crankshaft and camshaft bearings.

Valve lifter oil gallery feeds lifters. From lifters, oil is routed through hollow push rods to upper valve train components. Timing chain and sprockets are lubricated by oil drainage from No. 1 camshaft bearing. (Scheme 64)

Scheme 64

CRANKCASE CAPACITY

Crankcase capacity in 4 qts. (3.8L). Add one qt. (.95L) when replacing oil filter.

OIL PRESSURE

Normal oil pressure should be obtained with engine at normal operating temperature and at specified engine RPM. See OIL PRESSURE SPECIFICATIONS table.

OIL PRESSURE REGULATOR VALVE

Oil pressure regulator valve is located in pump body. Valve is nonadjustable.

TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

GENERAL ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS

GENERAL ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS

OIL PRESSURE SPECIFICATIONS

OIL PRESSURE SPECIFICATIONS

VALVE SPECIFICATIONS

VALVE SPECIFICATIONS

PISTON/PIN/RING SPECIFICATIONS

PISTONS, PINS & RINGS SPECIFICATIONS

CYLINDER & PISTON WEAR SPECIFICATIONS

CYLINDER & PISTON WEAR SPECIFICATIONS

BEARING SPECIFICATIONS

CRANKSHAFT MAIN & CONNECTING ROD BEARINGS SPECS

VALVE SPRING SPECIFICATIONS

VALVE SPRINGS SPECIFICATIONS

CAMSHAFT SPECIFICATIONS

CAMSHAFT SPECIFICATIONS

See also:
• ENGINE OVERHAUL PROCEDURES - GENERAL INFORMATION
• VALVE CLEARANCE ADJUSTMENT
• VALVE CLEARANCE ADJUSTMENT
• TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS