Installation Procedure

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Fig 1: View Of Coolant Crossover Pipe Assembly & Bolts

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Install the coolant crossover pipe gaskets and the coolant crossover pipe assembly onto the engine.

NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.

Install the engine lift bracket (1) and the front coolant crossover pipe bolts (4).
Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 50 Nm (37 lb ft).
Install the side coolant crossover pipe bolt (2).
Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 10 Nm (89 lb in).
Install the thermal bypass hose (3) and securely fasten the hose clamp.

Fig 2: Identifying Idler Pulley Bolts & Pulleys

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Install the idler pulleys and bolts.
Tighten:
- Tighten the bolts (1) to 50 Nm (37 lb ft).
- Tighten the bolt (2) to 30 Nm (22 lb ft).