Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2017 Cadillac ATS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Clean the sealing surfaces.
- Install the engine coolant thermostat housing (2) to the water pump housing with a NEW gasket (3) and tighten the fasteners (1) to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
- Connect the thermostat heater connector (1).
- Install the thermostat heater shield (3) and tighten the fastener (4) to 5 N.m (44 lb in).
- Install the radiator outlet hose (1) to the engine coolant thermostat housing (2).
- Install the exhaust manifold heat shield. Refer to Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield Replacement (LCV) .
- Install the air cleaner assembly. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement (LCV) .
- Fill the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling (Static) Cooling System Draining and Filling (GE 47716) .
- Start the engine and check for coolant leaks.
CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution .