Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Cadillac CTS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Partially drain the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling (GE 47716) or Cooling System Draining and Filling (Static Fill) .
- For the LLT engine, remove the throttle body. Refer to Throttle Body Assembly Replacement .
- Remove the radiator hose from the water outlet. Refer to Radiator Inlet Hose Replacement .
- Remove the water outlet housing bolts.
- Remove the water outlet.
- Remove and discard the water outlet seals.
- Clean the water outlet housing sealing surfaces.