Installation Procedure
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- If reusing the old coolant heater, apply thread sealant GM P/N 12346004 (Canadian P/N 10953480), or equivalent to the threads.
- Install the coolant heater to the engine block and tighten to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
- Connect the coolant heater cord electrical connector.
- For vehicles with RPO L76 (6.0L) perform the following steps otherwise proceed to step 9.
- Position the oil cooler hose adapter end, if equipped.
- Install a NEW oil cooler hose adapter gasket, if equipped.
- If equipped, install the oil cooler hose adapter bolts (2) And tighten to 12 N.m (106 lb in).
- If equipped, install the oil cooler hose bracket bolt (1) and tighten to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
- If equipped, position and install the oil pan skid plate and bolts and tighten to 20 N.m (15 lb ft)
- Lower the vehicle.
- Fill the cooling system/engine block. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling (Static Fill) .
CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution .