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Installation Procedure

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  1. Apply lubricant, GM P/N 9985662, to each end of the heater inlet hose.

    Important:  When installing new heater inlet hose, place the clamp on the hose before installing the hose to the vehicle.

  2. Install the heater inlet hose to the vehicle.
  3. Install the heater inlet hose to the intake manifold fitting.
  4. Install the heater inlet hose clamp using the J 38185  at the intake manifold fitting.
  5. Install the heater inlet hose to the heater core.
  6. Install the heater inlet hose clamp using the J 38185  at the heater core.
    Fig 1: Installing Heater Inlet Hose To Heater Core
    G01466943Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Place the heater inlet hose in the retaining clip above the right side valve cover.
  8. Close the retaining clip. Ensure that the clip locks.
  9. Fill the engine cooling system. Refer to DRAINING AND FILLING COOLING SYSTEM in Engine Cooling.
    Fig 2: Close Retaining Clip
    G01466944Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.