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Removal Procedure

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  1. Drain the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling (Static)Cooling System Draining and Filling (GE 47716)
  2. Remove the engine oil filter. Refer to Engine Oil and Oil Filter Replacement 
  3. Warm Up Three-Way Catalytic Converter - Remove Warm Up Three-Way Catalytic Converter Replacement (LTG)
  4. Oil Pump Flow Control Valve Heat Shield Replacement - Remove
  5. Remove the engine oil cooler pipe fastener. (1)
    Fig 1: Engine Oil Cooler Pipe Fastener
    GM4244414Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  6. Disconnect the inlet and outlet hoses from the engine oil cooler. (2) Refer to Hose Clamp Replacement Guidelines - Spring Type
  7. Remove the engine oil cooler connector (1).
    Fig 2: Engine Oil Cooler Connector
    GM4244417Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  8. Remove the engine oil cooler. (2)
  9. Remove and DISCARD the seal. (3)