Coolant Air Bleed Pipe Installation

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Fig 1: View Of Air Bleed Pipe Sealing Gasket

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IMPORTANT:

Install the pipe gaskets properly onto the pipe and covers.
Position the gasket O-ring seal onto the nipple portion of the pipe.

Install the gaskets onto the engine coolant air bleed pipe and covers.

Fig 2: Pipe, Gaskets & Cylinder Heads

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Install the pipe (307) and gaskets (308) onto the cylinder heads.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

Install the pipe studs (309).
Install the two pipe studs to the front of the engine.

Tighten: Tighten the pipe studs to 12 N.m (106 lb in).

Fig 3: View Of Engine Coolant Air Bleed Cover, Gasket & Bolts

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Install the covers (313), gaskets (308), and bolts (312) onto the rear of the engine.
Tighten: Tighten the cover bolts to 12 N.m (106 lb in).

Fig 4: Hose, Clamps & Pipe

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Install the hose (311) and clamps (310) onto the pipe (307).