Engine Removal

[mistmech]

Hello, I have a 2015 Denali with a 6.2. Just looking for tips on removing the engine. One of my lifters gave out and I want to pull the engine. Tell me what Im in for. Thanks

 

[Joseph Garcia]

Welcome to the Forum from NH.

Lots of knowledgeable folks here who freely share their knowledge, experiences, and perspectives. Knowledge is power.

I hope that you will become a participating member in the Forum's discussions.

Pics of the truck, please.

Folks will chime in with tips and tricks for you.

In the meantime, this is an alternate way to pull an engine. LOL

 

[SpareParts]

Never done a 2015 but if more or less the same as a 07/13 this is a real PITA! as well as the next one down on DR side.

 

[mistmech]

Nice truck, as for mine I have no pics available right now, just got snowed on. I will also say there is no way I am lifting the body off, thats seems to extreme to me nor do I have a lift. Thanks

 

[intergalactron]

I pulled an engine on a 2020 Tahoe by taking the front grill apart and etc. If I had it to do over, I'd at least explore pulling the body off. Moot point if you don't have a lift, tho.

 

[OR VietVet]

Welcome to the forum, from Oregon.

The absolute easiest way to pull the engine......is to have a qualified tech in a qualified shop DO IT.

 

[mistmech]

You make it sound like people on here are amateurs, I am very well qualified, have been doing fleet work for 25 years specializing in heavy diesel trucks, that's why I don't have a lift here. I have yet to assess the work involved in removing this engine, was just asking for anyone who has already removed one what I can expect. I feel insulted by your response. I have pulled plenty of engines and am very knowledgeable and capable and have all the necessary tools.

 

[strutaeng]

You make it sound like people on here are amateurs, I am very well qualified, have been doing fleet work for 25 years specializing in heavy diesel trucks, that's why I don't have a lift here. I have yet to assess the work involved in removing this engine, was just asking for anyone who has already removed one what I can expect. I feel insulted by your response. I have pulled plenty of engines and am very knowledgeable and capable and have all the necessary tools.

Welcome to the forum. Lot's of guys are very knowledgeable here and willing to help.

Please don't feel insulted, because the guys responding don't know your skills and experience (which sound impressive BTW). A lot of guys joining and asking questions are complete newbies when it comes to automotive work. I know I was. But reading and asking questions is how a lot of us guys learn.

Anyways, I have not done a 2015+, but figured it wouldn't be too much different than a longitudinal mounted drivetrain. Is your truck a 2wd or 4x4? The top bellhousing bolts are the most challenging in my experience.

 

[mistmech]

Thanks, its a 4X4 I'm sure i can get the top bellhousing bolts from top after removing the intake, done many that way, I dont think I will encounter any major difficulties, just seeking knowledge from members who might have done one, knowledge is power, the more you know the easier it is to do.

 

[OR VietVet]

You make it sound like people on here are amateurs, I am very well qualified, have been doing fleet work for 25 years specializing in heavy diesel trucks, that's why I don't have a lift here. I have yet to assess the work involved in removing this engine, was just asking for anyone who has already removed one what I can expect. I feel insulted by your response. I have pulled plenty of engines and am very knowledgeable and capable and have all the necessary tools.

You asked for "tips" and I gave you one. Perhaps, next time, post your qualifications/experience ahead of time. Oh, also, have some thicker skin. At 73 years old and 40+ years in the shops, I grew thick skin a long time ago and never get insulted.

 

[intergalactron]

You make it sound like people on here are amateurs, I am very well qualified, have been doing fleet work for 25 years specializing in heavy diesel trucks, that's why I don't have a lift here. I have yet to assess the work involved in removing this engine, was just asking for anyone who has already removed one what I can expect. I feel insulted by your response. I have pulled plenty of engines and am very knowledgeable and capable and have all the necessary tools.

No lift. Take the grill apart, it's just a bunch of busy work. I chose not to remove the ac condenser. I wish I would have. It couldn't really be moved out of the way, so I had to work around it. If I had that part to do over, I'd open the ac loop and remove it.

 

[intergalactron]

The top bellhousing bolts are the most challenging in my experience.

Those are really hard to deal with if the heads and intake are still on the motor.