Head gasket replacement instructions

2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO

155,000 MILES • 5.3L • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC

JUSTINY17

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I have a pretty nice truck (paid off) which is overheating. I took it to a shop and had them run a block test (because of how fast it was overheating) and it passed. I put in a new thermostat and water pump, flushed the entire system, etc., but the truck was still overheating. I took it back in and now it is failing the block test. I want to do the job myself can you help?

Sep 4, 2018 at 10:25 AM

KASEKENNY

✓ASE Certified Mechanic
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Sorry to hear that. However, this is not too hard of a job.

Here is a guide that will help with block tests that you are referring too if others need this info in the future:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/head-gasket-blown-test

Below you will find the process from the manual for both heads as I am not sure which side your issue is on. If you are not able to narrow it down then it is best to do both sides.

I would remove the plugs and see if you have signs of coolant in the engine to determine where the leak is.

You can also pressure test it while doing to look for the leak in the cylinders.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/radiator-pressure-test

Please let us know if you have questions on this.

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Jul 2, 2021 at 7:24 AM