K Yukon/Denali 4WD V8-6.5L DSL Turbo VIN S (1999)
Engine Accessory Bracket: Service and Repair
Accessory Brackets Replacement (Left Side)
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Disconnect both the battery negative cables from the batteries. Refer to Battery Cable in Powertrain Management.
2. Remove the upper fan shroud from the radiator. Refer to Fan Shroud Replacement (Upper) in Cooling System.
3. Remove the drive belt from the drive pulleys. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement.
4. Remove the engine cooling fan from the water pump. Refer to Fan Clutch Replacement in Cooling System.
IMPORTANT: When performing this service procedure, the air conditioning compressor does not have to be evacuated. Reposition the A/C
compressor to the side.
5. Remove the air conditioning compressor from the accessory bracket (if equipped), and position to the side.
6. Remove the idler pulley assembly (if vehicle is not equipped with A/C) from the left accessory bracket. Refer to Drive Belt Idler Pulley
Replacement.
7. Remove the auxiliary generator if equipped. Refer to Generator Replacement - Auxiliary in Starting and Charging.
8. Drain the cooling system. Refer to Draining and Filling Cooling System in Cooling System.
9. Remove the upper radiator hose from the thermostat housing.
