Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Pontiac Aztek and 2004 Buick Rendezvous. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install a new O-ring seal and gasket to the heater pipe assembly.
- Install the heater pipe assembly.
- Install the heater inlet pipe bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the heater pipe bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
- Connect the heater hoses to the heater pipes. Refer to Heater Hose Replacement - Inlet (LA1) or Heater Hose Replacement - Inlet (LY7) and Heater Hose Replacement - Outlet (LA1) or Heater Hose Replacement - Outlet (LY7) .
- Install the air cleaner intake duct. Refer to Air Cleaner Intake Duct Replacement in Engine Controls - 3.6L (LY7).
- Fill the cooling system. Refer to Draining and Filling Cooling System in Engine Cooling.
- Install the coolant reservoir. Refer to Coolant Recovery Reservoir Replacement in Engine Cooling.
IMPORTANT:
Use gasket sealing compound GM P/N 01050026, or equivalent, to secure the new gasket to the heater pipes.
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice
in Cautions and Notices.
IMPORTANT:
Use a universal or swivel-socket with an extension in order to install the heater pipe bolts.