Rear Of The Engine; Engine Assembly: Removal & Installation (5.3L & 6.0L Engines) - Chevrolet Trailblazer Service Manual

5.3L & 6.0L Engines
To Remove:
1. Remove the hood from the vehicle.
2. Cover both of the fenders.
3. Disconnect the negative battery cable from the battery.
4. Drain the coolant from the engine.
5. Evacuate the refrigerant from the HVAC system.
6. Drain the oil from the engine.
7. Remove the radiator from the vehicle.
8. Remove the radiator support brace from the front of the vehicle.
9. Remove the engine protection shield from under the vehicle.
10. For vehicles with 4WD, remove the front differential drive axle from the vehicle.
11. Remove the wheel drive shafts from the vehicle.
12. Remove the intake manifold from the engine.

Rear of the engine