How to remove the camshaft and Lash Adjuster on 4.3L V6 engine for Chevrolet Avalanche,Silverado,Suburban,Tahoe,GMC Sierra,Yukon,Yukon Denali and Yukon XL?

Begin with taking off the camshaft by unscrewing or unbolting the rocker arms, push rods, intake manifolds, timing chains, cam sprocket and balance shaft drive gear; in addition, you may have to do away with such things as fan radiator and condenser. Place the lash adjusters in a labeled box and disconnect the lash adjuster retainer. A special tool can be employed together with magnet or even your fingers to extract the lash adjusters from their bores. Remove the camshaft retainer plate and use three 6-inch long, 5/16-18 bolts as a handle to remove the camshaft from block. When inspecting clean lash adjuster & cam shaft using solvent checking for wear on both of them. The journals as well as cam lobes should be checked for wear. Measure. If its damaged then it must be replaced along with bearings. To lubricate bearing journals and cam lobes with assembly lube, the camshaft will finally slide into engine during installation. Fix other parts like this: install that thrust plate for a Cam Shaft; balance shaft drive gear plus also timing chain & sprockets. Lubricate lash adjusters using clean engine oil then fix them within block. The rest of installation is opposite to that of removing these components. Cooling system should be refilled at last because we are starting again after changing an engine oil filter. Finally start engine (run) and check there are no leaks.

How do you remove the camshaft and Lash Adjuster on V8 engine for Chevrolet Avalanche,Silverado,Suburban,Tahoe,GMC Sierra,Yukon,Yukon Denali,Yukon XL?

To take off the camshaft, first disconnect the cable from the negative battery terminal and release fuel system pressure. From there on, remove; radiator, auxiliary automatic transmission fluid cooler (if equipped), power steering cooler, air conditioning condenser, valve covers, intake manifold, rocker arms, pushrods, timing chain and sprockets, and cylinder heads. Before you remove the lifters arrange to store them in a labeled container. Remove lash adjusters and camshaft retainer plate using a bolt as a handle to carefully pull out camshaft. To check out the camshaft measure lobe height and base circle for lobe lift determination; compare with specifications and replace the camshaft if necessary. Check the camshaft bearing journals for wear or damage; use a micrometer to measure them. Inspect the camshafts lobes for discoloration; score marks; chipped areas; unalike wear. Clean and inspect lash adjuster bodies for damage, wear and proper roller function. Put in place by lubricating bearing journals and lobes with assembly lube before sliding it into the engine, securing it with the Cam Thrust Plate. Install timing chain and sprockets , camshaft position sensor, lash adjusters As well as this refill cooling system, change oil, new oil filter installation precede start up-run engine process.

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Chevrolet Silverado Camshaft Asm
Part Number: 12612273
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- Other Name: CAMSHAFT, Engine; Camshaft
- Replaces: 12583227
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- 2007-2008 Chevrolet Silverado | CREW CAB 1/2 TON, EXTENDED CAB 5'8" BOX 1/2 TON, EXTENDED CAB 6'6" BOX 1/2 TON, EXTENDED CAB 8' BOX 1/2 TON, REGULAR CAB 6'6" BOX 1/2 TON, REGULAR CAB 8' BOX 1/2 TON
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Chevrolet Silverado CAMSHAFT ASM
Part Number: 12672469
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- Other Name: Camshaft
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- 2020-2021 Chevrolet Silverado | 1 TON CREW CAB 6'6" BOX 1 TON, CREW CAB 1 TON CHASSIS 137.0, CREW CAB 6'6" BOX 1 TON 119.0, CREW CAB 6'6" BOX 3/4 TON, CREW CAB 8' BOX 1 TON, CREW CAB 8' BOX 3/4 TON, EXTENDED CAB 6'6" BOX 3/4 TON, EXTENDED CAB 8' BOX 1 TON, EXTENDED CAB 8' BOX 3/4 TON, EXTENDED CREW CAB 1 TON CHASSIS 161.5, REGULAR CAB 1 TON CHASSIS 137.0, REGULAR CAB 1 TON CHASSIS 161.5, REGULAR CAB 8' BOX 1 TON, REGULAR CAB 8' BOX 3/4 TON | 8 Cyl 6.6L
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Chevrolet Silverado Camshaft Asm
Part Number: 12625436
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- Other Name: CAMSHAFT, Engine; Camshaft
- Replaces: 12593207
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- 2007-2013 Chevrolet Silverado | CREW CAB 1/2 TON, EXTENDED CAB 5'8" BOX 1/2 TON, EXTENDED CAB 6'6" BOX 1/2 TON, EXTENDED CAB 8' BOX 1/2 TON, REGULAR CAB 6'6" BOX 1/2 TON, REGULAR CAB 8' BOX 1/2 TON | 8 Cyl 5.3L, 8 Cyl 5.3L Flex
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Chevrolet Silverado Camshaft Asm
Part Number: 12619823
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- Other Name: CAMSHAFT, Engine; Camshaft
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- 2014-2021 Chevrolet Silverado | 1500 CREW CAB, 1500 CREW CAB STANDARD BOX, 1500 DOUBLE CAB STANDARD BOX, 1500 REGULAR CAB LONG BOX, 1500 REGULAR CAB STANDARD BOX, CREW 5'8" BOX 1/2 TON, CREW 5'8" BOX 1/2 TON(VIN REQ'D), CREW CAB 1/2 TON, CREW CAB 5'8" BOX 1/2 TON, CREW CAB 6'6" BOX 1/2 TON, EXTENDED CAB 6'6" BOX 1/2 TON, EXTENDED CAB 8' BOX 1/2 TON, REGULAR CAB 6'6" BOX 1/2 TON, REGULAR CAB 8' BOX 1/2 TON | 8 Cyl 5.3L, 8 Cyl5.3L
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Chevrolet Silverado Camshaft Assembly, Overhead Vlv
Part Number: 12689035
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- Other Name: Camshaft
- Replaces: 12593205, 12625437
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- 2007-2013 Chevrolet Silverado | CREW CAB 1/2 TON, EXTENDED CAB 5'8" BOX 1/2 TON, EXTENDED CAB 6'6" BOX 1/2 TON, EXTENDED CAB 8' BOX 1/2 TON, REGULAR CAB 6'6" BOX 1/2 TON, REGULAR CAB 8' BOX 1/2 TON | 8 Cyl 4.8L, 8 Cyl 4.8L Flex
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Chevrolet Silverado Camshaft,Engine
Part Number: 12560967
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- Other Name: CAMSHAFT, Engine; Camshaft
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- 1999-2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1500 CREW CAB LONG BOX, 1500 CREW CAB STANDARD BOX, 1500 EXTENDED CAB LONG BOX, 1500 EXTENDED CAB SHORT BOX, 1500 EXTENDED CAB STANDARD BOX, 1500 REGULAR CAB LONG BOX, 1500 REGULAR CAB STANDARD BOX, 2500 CREW CAB LONG BOX, 2500 CREW CAB STANDARD BOX, 2500 EXTENDED CAB LONG BOX, 2500 EXTENDED CAB STANDARD BOX, 2500 REGULAR CAB, CLASSIC 1500 CREW CAB LONG BOX, CLASSIC 1500 CREW CAB STANDARD BOX, CLASSIC 1500 EXTENDED CAB LONG BOX, CLASSIC 1500 EXTENDED CAB SHORT BOX, CLASSIC 1500 EXTENDED CAB STANDARD BOX, CLASSIC 1500 REGULAR CAB LONG BOX, CLASSIC 1500 REGULAR CAB STANDARD BOX | 8 Cyl 4.8L, 8 Cyl 5.3L, 8 Cyl 5.3L Flex, 8 Cyl 6.0L
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Chevrolet Silverado Camshaft Asm
Part Number: 12626660
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- Other Name: CAMSHAFT, Engine; Camshaft
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- 2011-2019 Chevrolet Silverado | 2500 CREW CAB STANDARD BOX, 2500 REG (CAB ONLY), 2500 REGULAR CAB, 3500 CREW CAB LONG BOX, 3500 CREW CAB ONLY, 3500 CREW CAB STANDARD BOX, 3500 DOUBLE CAB LONG BOX, 3500 REGULAR (CAB ONLY), 3500 REGULAR CAB, CREW CAB 1 TON, CREW CAB 2500 LONG BOX, CREW CAB 6'6" BOX 3/4 TON, CREW CAB 8' BOX 3/4 TON, DOUBLE CAB 2500 LONG BOX, DOUBLE CAB 2500 STANDARD BOX, EXTENDED CAB 1 TON, EXTENDED CAB 6'6" BOX 3/4 TON, EXTENDED CAB 8' BOX 3/4 TON, EXTENDED CAB CHASSIS 1 TON 161.5, REGULAR CAB 1 TON, REGULAR CAB 3/4 TON, REGULAR CAB CHASSIS 1 TON 137.0, REGULAR CAB CHASSIS 1 TON 161.5 | 8 Cyl 6.0L, 8 Cyl 6.0L Flex
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Chevrolet Silverado Camshaft Asm
Part Number: 12625440
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- Other Name: CAMSHAFT, Engine; Camshaft
- Replaces: 12609370
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- 2009-2010 Chevrolet Silverado | CREW CAB 1 TON, CREW CAB 6'6" BOX 3/4 TON, CREW CAB 8' BOX 3/4 TON, EXTENDED CAB 1 TON, EXTENDED CAB 6'6" BOX 3/4 TON, EXTENDED CAB 8' BOX 3/4 TON, EXTENDED CAB CHASSIS 1 TON 161.5, REGULAR CAB 1 TON, REGULAR CAB 3/4 TON, REGULAR CAB CHASSIS 1 TON 137.0, REGULAR CAB CHASSIS 1 TON 161.5 | 8 Cyl 6.0L, 8 Cyl 6.0L Flex
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Chevrolet Silverado Camshaft Asm
Part Number: 12561721
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- Other Name: CAMSHAFT, Engine; Camshaft
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- 2001-2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1500 CREW CAB LONG BOX, 1500 CREW CAB STANDARD BOX, 1500 EXTENDED CAB LONG BOX, 1500 EXTENDED CAB SHORT BOX, 1500 EXTENDED CAB STANDARD BOX, 1500 REGULAR CAB LONG BOX, 1500 REGULAR CAB STANDARD BOX, 2500 CREW CAB LONG BOX, 2500 CREW CAB STANDARD BOX, 2500 EXTENDED CAB LONG BOX, 2500 EXTENDED CAB STANDARD BOX, 2500 REGULAR CAB, 3500 CHASSIS EXTENDED CAB 161.5, 3500 CHASSIS REGULAR CAB 137.0, 3500 CHASSIS REGULAR CAB 161.5, 3500 CREW CAB, 3500 EXTENDED CAB, 3500 REGULAR CAB, CLASSIC 1500 CREW CAB LONG BOX, CLASSIC 1500 CREW CAB STANDARD BOX, CLASSIC 1500 EXTENDED CAB LONG BOX, CLASSIC 1500 EXTENDED CAB SHORT BOX, CLASSIC 1500 EXTENDED CAB STANDARD BOX, CLASSIC 1500 REGULAR CAB LONG BOX, CLASSIC 1500 REGULAR CAB STANDARD BOX, CLASSIC 2500 CREW CAB LONG BOX, CLASSIC 2500 CREW CAB STANDARD BOX, CLASSIC 2500 EXTENDED CAB LONG BOX, CLASSIC 2500 EXTENDED CAB STANDARD BOX, CLASSIC 2500 REGULAR CAB, CLASSIC 3500 CHASSIS EXTENDED CAB 161.5, CLASSIC 3500 CHASSIS REGULAR CAB 137.0, CLASSIC 3500 CHASSIS REGULAR CAB 161.5, CLASSIC 3500 CREW CAB, CLASSIC 3500 EXTENDED CAB, CLASSIC 3500 REGULAR CAB | 8 Cyl 6.0L
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Chevrolet Silverado Camshaft,Engine
Part Number: 10241691
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- Other Name: CAMSHAFT, Engine; Camshaft
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- 1999-2002 Chevrolet Silverado | 1500 EXTENDED CAB LONG BOX, 1500 EXTENDED CAB STANDARD BOX, 1500 REGULAR CAB LONG BOX, 1500 REGULAR CAB STANDARD BOX | 6 Cyl 4.3L
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Chevrolet Silverado Camshaft Asm
Part Number: 12625438
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- Other Name: CAMSHAFT, Engine; Camshaft
- Replaces: 12607715
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- 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | CREW CAB 1/2 TON, EXTENDED CAB 5'8" BOX 1/2 TON, EXTENDED CAB 6'6" BOX 1/2 TON, EXTENDED CAB 8' BOX 1/2 TON, REGULAR CAB 6'6" BOX 1/2 TON, REGULAR CAB 8' BOX 1/2 TON | 8 Cyl 6.0L
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Chevrolet Silverado CAMSHAFT ASM
Part Number: 12664911
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- Other Name: Camshaft
- Replaced by: 12723516
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- 2019-2021 Chevrolet Silverado | CREW 5'8" BOX 1/2 TON, CREW 5'8" BOX 1/2 TON(VIN REQ'D), CREW CAB 5'8" BOX 1/2 TON, CREW CAB 6'6" BOX 1/2 TON, EXTENDED CAB 6'6" BOX 1/2 TON | 8 Cyl 5.3L
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Chevrolet Silverado CAMSHAFT ASM,OVERHEAD VLV
Part Number: 12711967
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- Other Name: Camshaft
- Replaces: 12623065, 12617373
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- 2009-2013 Chevrolet Silverado | CREW CAB 1/2 TON, EXTENDED CAB 5'8" BOX 1/2 TON, EXTENDED CAB 6'6" BOX 1/2 TON, EXTENDED CAB 8' BOX 1/2 TON, REGULAR CAB 6'6" BOX 1/2 TON, REGULAR CAB 8' BOX 1/2 TON | 8 Cyl 6.2L Flex
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Chevrolet Silverado CAMSHAFT ASM
Part Number: 12664912
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- Other Name: Camshaft
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- 2019-2021 Chevrolet Silverado | CREW 5'8" BOX 1/2 TON(VIN REQ'D), CREW CAB 5'8" BOX 1/2 TON, CREW CAB 6'6" BOX 1/2 TON, EXTENDED CAB 6'6" BOX 1/2 TON | 8 Cyl 6.2L
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Chevrolet Silverado Camshaft Assembly, Overhead Vlv
Part Number: 12703806
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- Other Name: Camshaft
- Replaces: 12568989
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- 2003-2013 Chevrolet Silverado | 1500 EXTENDED CAB LONG BOX, 1500 EXTENDED CAB SHORT BOX, 1500 EXTENDED CAB STANDARD BOX, 1500 REGULAR CAB LONG BOX, 1500 REGULAR CAB STANDARD BOX, CLASSIC 1500 EXTENDED CAB LONG BOX, CLASSIC 1500 EXTENDED CAB SHORT BOX, CLASSIC 1500 EXTENDED CAB STANDARD BOX, CLASSIC 1500 REGULAR CAB LONG BOX, CLASSIC 1500 REGULAR CAB STANDARD BOX, EXTENDED CAB 5'8" BOX 1/2 TON, EXTENDED CAB 6'6" BOX 1/2 TON, EXTENDED CAB 8' BOX 1/2 TON, REGULAR CAB 6'6" BOX 1/2 TON, REGULAR CAB 8' BOX 1/2 TON | 6 Cyl 4.3L
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Chevrolet Silverado Camshaft Asm
Part Number: 12638804
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- Other Name: CAMSHAFT, Engine; Camshaft
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- 2011-2016 Chevrolet Silverado | 2500 CREW CAB STANDARD BOX, 2500 REGULAR CAB, 3500 CREW CAB LONG BOX, 3500 CREW CAB ONLY, 3500 CREW CAB STANDARD BOX, 3500 DOUBLE CAB LONG BOX, 3500 REGULAR CAB, CREW CAB 1 TON, CREW CAB 2500 LONG BOX, CREW CAB 6'6" BOX 3/4 TON, CREW CAB 8' BOX 3/4 TON, DOUBLE CAB 2500 LONG BOX, DOUBLE CAB 2500 STANDARD BOX, EXTENDED CAB 1 TON, EXTENDED CAB 6'6" BOX 3/4 TON, EXTENDED CAB 8' BOX 3/4 TON, EXTENDED CAB CHASSIS 1 TON 161.5, REGULAR CAB 1 TON, REGULAR CAB 3/4 TON, REGULAR CAB CHASSIS 1 TON 137.0, REGULAR CAB CHASSIS 1 TON 161.5 | 8 Cyl 6.6L Diesel
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Chevrolet Silverado Camshaft Assembly, Int
Part Number: 12698637
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- Other Name: Camshaft
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- 2019-2021 Chevrolet Silverado | CREW 5'8" BOX 1/2 TON, CREW 5'8" BOX 1/2 TON(VIN REQ'D), CREW CAB 5'8" BOX 1/2 TON, CREW CAB 6'6" BOX 1/2 TON, EXTENDED CAB 6'6" BOX 1/2 TON, EXTENDED CAB 8' BOX 1/2 TON, REGULAR CAB 6'6" BOX 1/2 TON, REGULAR CAB 8' BOX 1/2 TON | 4 Cyl 2.7L
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Chevrolet Silverado Camshaft Asm
Part Number: 12556291
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- Other Name: CAMSHAFT, Engine; Camshaft
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- 2001-2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2500 CREW CAB LONG BOX, 2500 CREW CAB STANDARD BOX, 2500 EXTENDED CAB LONG BOX, 2500 EXTENDED CAB STANDARD BOX, 2500 REGULAR CAB, 3500 CHASSIS EXTENDED CAB 161.5, 3500 CHASSIS REGULAR CAB 137.0, 3500 CHASSIS REGULAR CAB 161.5, 3500 CREW CAB, 3500 EXTENDED CAB, 3500 REGULAR CAB, CLASSIC 2500 CREW CAB LONG BOX, CLASSIC 2500 CREW CAB STANDARD BOX, CLASSIC 2500 EXTENDED CAB LONG BOX, CLASSIC 2500 EXTENDED CAB STANDARD BOX, CLASSIC 2500 REGULAR CAB, CLASSIC 3500 CHASSIS EXTENDED CAB 161.5, CLASSIC 3500 CHASSIS REGULAR CAB 137.0, CLASSIC 3500 CHASSIS REGULAR CAB 161.5, CLASSIC 3500 CREW CAB, CLASSIC 3500 EXTENDED CAB, CLASSIC 3500 REGULAR CAB | 8 Cyl 8.1L
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Chevrolet Silverado Camshaft Asm
Part Number: 12625439
$265.82 MSRP: $420.17
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- Other Name: CAMSHAFT, Engine; Camshaft
- Replaces: 12612274
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- 2007-2010 Chevrolet Silverado | CREW CAB 1 TON, CREW CAB 6'6" BOX 3/4 TON, CREW CAB 8' BOX 3/4 TON, EXTENDED CAB 1 TON, EXTENDED CAB 6'6" BOX 3/4 TON, EXTENDED CAB 8' BOX 3/4 TON, EXTENDED CAB CHASSIS 1 TON 161.5, REGULAR CAB 1 TON, REGULAR CAB 3/4 TON, REGULAR CAB CHASSIS 1 TON 137.0, REGULAR CAB CHASSIS 1 TON 161.5 | 8 Cyl 6.0L
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Chevrolet Silverado Camshaft Asm
Part Number: 12583623
$241.36 MSRP: $381.48
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- Other Name: CAMSHAFT, Engine; Camshaft
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- 2005-2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1500 CREW CAB LONG BOX, 1500 CREW CAB STANDARD BOX, 1500 EXTENDED CAB LONG BOX, 1500 EXTENDED CAB SHORT BOX, 1500 EXTENDED CAB STANDARD BOX, 1500 REGULAR CAB LONG BOX, 1500 REGULAR CAB STANDARD BOX, CLASSIC 1500 CREW CAB LONG BOX, CLASSIC 1500 CREW CAB STANDARD BOX, CLASSIC 1500 EXTENDED CAB LONG BOX, CLASSIC 1500 EXTENDED CAB SHORT BOX, CLASSIC 1500 EXTENDED CAB STANDARD BOX, CLASSIC 1500 REGULAR CAB LONG BOX, CLASSIC 1500 REGULAR CAB STANDARD BOX | 8 Cyl 5.3L

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Q: How to remove the camshaft and Lash Adjuster on 4.3L V6 engine for Chevrolet Avalanche,Silverado,Suburban,Tahoe,GMC Sierra,Yukon,Yukon Denali and Yukon XL?
A: Begin with taking off the camshaft by unscrewing or unbolting the Rocker Arms, push rods, Intake Manifolds, Timing Chains, cam sprocket and balance shaft drive gear; in addition, you may have to do away with such things as fan radiator and condenser. Place the lash adjusters in a labeled box and disconnect the lash adjuster retainer. A special tool can be employed together with magnet or even your fingers to extract the lash adjusters from their bores. Remove the camshaft retainer plate and use three 6-inch long, 5/16-18 bolts as a handle to remove the camshaft from block. When inspecting clean lash adjuster & cam shaft using solvent checking for wear on both of them. The journals as well as cam lobes should be checked for wear. Measure. If its damaged then it must be replaced along with bearings. To lubricate bearing journals and cam lobes with assembly lube, the camshaft will finally slide into engine during installation. Fix other parts like this: install that thrust plate for a Cam Shaft; balance shaft drive gear plus also timing chain & sprockets. Lubricate lash adjusters using clean engine oil then fix them within block. The rest of installation is opposite to that of removing these components. Cooling system should be refilled at last because we are starting again after changing an engine oil filter. Finally start engine (run) and check there are no leaks.
Camshaft Asm
12625440
Q: How do you remove the camshaft and Lash Adjuster on V8 engine for Chevrolet Avalanche,Silverado,Suburban,Tahoe,GMC Sierra,Yukon,Yukon Denali,Yukon XL?
A: To take off the camshaft, first disconnect the cable from the negative battery terminal and release fuel system pressure. From there on, remove; radiator, auxiliary automatic transmission fluid cooler (if equipped), power steering cooler, air conditioning condenser, valve covers, Intake Manifold, Rocker Arms, Pushrods, Timing Chain and sprockets, and Cylinder Heads. Before you remove the lifters arrange to store them in a labeled container. Remove lash adjusters and camshaft retainer plate using a bolt as a handle to carefully pull out camshaft. To check out the camshaft measure lobe height and base circle for lobe lift determination; compare with specifications and replace the camshaft if necessary. Check the camshaft bearing journals for wear or damage; use a micrometer to measure them. Inspect the camshafts lobes for discoloration; score marks; chipped areas; unalike wear. Clean and inspect lash adjuster bodies for damage, wear and proper roller function. Put in place by lubricating bearing journals and lobes with assembly lube before sliding it into the engine, securing it with the Cam Thrust Plate. Install timing chain and sprockets , camshaft position sensor, lash adjusters As well as this refill cooling system, change oil, new oil filter installation precede start up-run engine process.