Installation Procedure

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Fig 1: Identifying Thermostat Housing Cover Bolts & Cover

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Install a NEW thermostat cover O-ring seal.
Install the thermostat.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .

Install the thermostat cover bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

Fig 2: Identifying Radiator Outlet Hose Clamp

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Install the radiator outlet hose to the thermostat cover.
Reposition the radiator outlet hose clamp (1) at the thermostat cover. Proceed to step 11.

Fig 3: View Of Radiator Surge Tank Outlet Hose To Thermostat Cover And Oil Cooler

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Install the radiator surge tank outlet hose to the thermostat cover.
Position the radiator surge tank outlet hose clamp (1) at the thermostat cover.

Fig 4: View Of Radiator Outlet Hose To Thermostat Housing

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Install the radiator outlet hose to the thermostat cover.
Position the radiator outlet hose clamp (1) at the thermostat cover.
Fill the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling (GE 47716 Fill) or Cooling System Draining and Filling (Static Fill LE5, L61) or Cooling System Draining and Filling (Static Fill LNF) .
Install the intake manifold cover. Refer to Intake Manifold Cover Replacement .