WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Buick Rendezvous. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Fig 1: Locating Water Outlet Bolts
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Remove the water outlet bolts.
Remove the water outlet.
Fig 2: Identifying Water Outlet Gasket & O-Ring
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Remove and discard the water outlet gasket and O-ring.