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2008 6.6L Duramax – TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT

• Special tools are listed and illustrated throughout this section with a complete listing at the end o f the section.             These tools or their equivalents, are specially designed to quickly and safely accomplish the operations for which         they are intended. The use o f these special tools will also minimize possible damage to engine components. Some       precision measuring tools are required for inspection o f certain critical components. Torque wrenches and a               torque angle meter are necessary for the proper tightening o f various fasteners.

• To properly service the engine assembly, the following items should be readily available:
o Approved eye protection and safety gloves
o A clean, well-lit, work area
o A suitable parts cleaning tank
o A compressed air supply
o Trays or storage containers to keep parts and fasteners organized
o An adequate set o f hand tools
o Approved engine repair stand
o An approved engine lifting device that will adequately support the weight o f the components