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Installation Procedure

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  1. Lubricate the O-ring with coolant.
  2. Install the pipe adapter.
    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
  3. Install the heater outlet pipe adapter mounting bolt.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the bolt to 6 N.m (53 lb in).

    Fig 1: Installing Pipe Adapter Mounting Bolt
    G01568707Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Install the heater outlet hose to the pipe adapter.
  5. Use J 38185  in order to reposition the heater core hose clamp.
  6. Install the fuel injector sight shield. Refer to FUEL INJECTOR SIGHT SHIELD REPLACEMENT (L36) or FUEL INJECTOR SIGHT SHIELD REPLACEMENT (L67) in Engine Mechanical-3.8L.
  7. Fill the cooling system. Refer to DRAINING AND FILLING COOLING SYSTEM in Engine Cooling.
    Fig 2: View Of Heater Outlet Hose To Pipe Adapter
    G01568708Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.