Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Saturn Vue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Coolant Surge Hose & Clamp

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Disconnect the negative battery cable.
Drain the coolant. Refer to Draining and Filling Cooling System .
Remove the cylinder head degas hose to surge tank clamp and remove the hose.

Fig 2: Heater Outlet Hose Clamp & Surge Tank

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Remove the tank to upper motor rail bolts and lift the tank.
Remove the return hose clamp and return hose.
Disconnect the coolant level switch from the engine harness and remove the surge tank.