GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes
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Chevrolet
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2005
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Impala
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Engine
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Engine Mechanical - 3.8L
🢒 Rotating the Engine for Service Access
Tools Required
J 41131
Engine Tilt Strap
Remove the air cleaner intake duct. Refer to
Air Cleaner Inlet Duct Replacement
in Engine Controls - 3.8L.
Apply the parking brake.
Put the transaxle in the Neutral position.
Remove the engine mount struts. Refer to
Engine Mount Strut Replacement - Right Side
and
Engine Mount Strut Replacement - Left Side
.
Install the
J 41131
(2) to the engine mount strut bracket (1) and the upper radiator support (3).
Rotate the engine forward for component access.