Sierra 3500 Denali 2WD V8-6.0L (2011)
Camshaft: Service and Repair
Camshaft Replacement
Camshaft Replacement
Special Tools
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EN 46330 Timing Belt Tensioner Retaining Pin
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J 42386-A Flywheel Holding Tool
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J 45059 Angle Meter
Removal Procedure
Note: If camshaft replacement is required, the valve lifters must also be replaced.
1. Remove the radiator support. Refer to Radiator Support Replacement (See: Body and Frame/Radiator Support/Service and Repair/Radiator
Support Replacement).
2. Remove the valve lifters. Refer to Valve Lifter Replacement (LH6, LMG, LY5, LC9 and L76) (See: Lifter / Lash Adjuster/Service and
Repair/Valve Lifter Replacement (LH6, LMG, LY5, LC9 and L76))Valve Lifter Replacement (Except LH6, LMG, LY5, LC9 and L76) (See:
Lifter / Lash Adjuster/Service and Repair/Valve Lifter Replacement (Except LH6, LMG, LY5, LC9 and L76)).
3. Remove the engine front cover. Refer to Engine Front Cover Replacement (LY6, L76 and LH9) (See: Timing Components/Timing Cover/Service
and Repair)Engine Front Cover Replacement (Except LY6, L76 and L9H) (See: Timing Components/Timing Cover/Service and Repair).
4. Remove the starter motor. Refer to Starter Replacement (V8) (See: Starting and Charging/Starting System/Starter Motor/Service and Repair
)Starter Replacement (V6) (See: Starting and Charging/Starting System/Starter Motor/Service and Repair)Starter Replacement (Diesel) (See:
Starting and Charging/Starting System/Starter Motor/Service and Repair).
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (See: Service Precautions/Vehicle Damage Warnings/Fastener Caution).
Note: Ensure that the teeth of the J 42386-A mesh with the teeth of the engine flywheel.
5. Install the J 42386-A (1) and bolts. Use one M10-1.5 x 120 mm and one M10-1.5 x 45 mm bolt for proper tool operation.
Tighten the J 42386-A bolts to 50 Nm (37 lb ft).