Radiator Surge Tank Replacement (Non-HP2)

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Fig 1: Identifying Radiator Surge Tank (Non-HP2)

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Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedure Drain the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling (Vac-N-Fill) or Cooling System Draining and Filling (Static Fill) . Remove the air cleaner assembly. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement .
1	Surge Tank Bolt CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten: 10 N.m (89 lb in)
2	Surge Tank Nut Tighten: 10 N.m (89 lb in)
3	Surge Tank Tip: Remove the surge tank hoses from the surge tank.