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Installation Procedure

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  1. Install the condenser to the radiator.
    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
  2. Install the bolts retaining the condenser to the radiator.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 28 N.m (21 lb ft).

    Fig 1: View Of Condenser
    GM753683Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Install the radiator.
  4. Install the cooling fan and shroud. Refer to Cooling Fan and Shroud Replacement .
  5. Raise the vehicle.
  6. Install the outlet radiator hose (1).
    Fig 2: View Of Radiator Hose
    GM750179Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Reposition the outlet radiator hose clamp (1) using J 38185  .
    Fig 3: View Of Radiator Hose Clamps
    GM753673Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Connect the transmission cooler lines to the radiator.
  9. Install the lower radiator support shield, if equipped. Refer to RADIATOR SUPPORT SHIELD REPLACEMENT in Frame and Underbody.
  10. Lower the vehicle.
  11. Install the coolant recovery hose to the radiator.
  12. Install the radiator support diagonal brace. Refer to BRACE REPLACEMENT - RADIATOR SUPPORT DIAGONAL in Body Front End.
  13. Fill the cooling system. Refer to Draining and Filling Cooling System .
  14. Inspect the transmission fluid level.