Installation Procedure
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- Install the gasket and the water coolant pump.
- Apply Teflon Pipe Sealant GM P/N 12346004 or equivalent thread sealant on the water pump mounting bolts.CAUTION: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.
- Install the water pump mounting bolts.
Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 42 N.m (31 ft lbs).
- Install the heater outlet hose to the water pump.
- Install the by-pass hose to the water pump.
- Connect the radiator outlet hose to the water pump.
- Install the water pump pulley to the water pump.
- Install the water pump pulley mounting bolts.
Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 25 N.m (18 ft lbs).
- Install the drive belt in the vehicle. Refer to one of the following procedures:
- Install the fan clutch in the vehicle. Refer to Fan Clutch Replacement .
- Install the upper fan shroud. Refer to Fan Shroud Replacement .
- Install the coolant recovery reservoir. Refer to Coolant Recovery Reservoir Replacement .
- Install the air intake duct to the throttle body.
- Install the air cleaner assembly in the vehicle.
- Connect the battery negative cable to the battery terminal.CAUTION: When adding coolant, use DEX-COOL coolant. If silicated coolant is added to the system, premature engine, heater core or radiator corrosion may result. In addition, the engine coolant will require change sooner-at 50 000 km (30,000 mi) or 24 months.
- Refill the engine coolant system. Refer to Draining and Filling Cooling System .
- Bleed the air from the cooling system.
- Inspect the system for coolant leaks.