Coolant Air Bleed Pipe Installation

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IMPORTANT: Install the pipe gaskets properly onto the pipe and covers.

Position the gasket O-ring seal onto the nipple portion of the pipe.

Install the gaskets onto the engine coolant air bleed pipe and covers.

Fig 1: Engine Coolant Air Bleed Pipe Gasket
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Install the pipe (2) and gaskets (3) onto the cylinder heads.
NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
Install the pipe bolts (1).
Install the two pipe studs to the front of the engine.

Tighten

Tighten the pipe bolts to 12 N.m (106 lb in).

Fig 2: Coolant Air Bleed Pipe, Gasket & Bolts
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Install the covers (2), gaskets (3), and bolts (1) onto the rear of the engine.
Tighten

Tighten the cover bolts to 12 N.m (106 lb in).

Fig 3: Coolant Air Bleed Pipe Covers, Gaskets & Bolts
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Install the hose and clamp (1) onto the pipe (2).

Fig 4: Coolant Air Bleed Hose, Clamp & Pipe
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