Engine Cooling - V8 S/C 5.0L Petrol (G2796566): Overview
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The engine cooling system maintains the engine within an optimum temperature range under changing ambient and engine operating conditions. The system is a pressurized coolant expansion tank system with continuous bleeds to separate air from the coolant and prevent the formation of air locks. The engine cooling system also provides:
Heating for:
- The passenger compartment.
- For additional information, Refer to: HEATING AND VENTILATION
- For additional information, Refer to: FUEL FIRED BOOSTER HEATER
Cooling for:
- The engine
- For additional information, refer to: ENGINE
- The oil cooler
- For additional information, refer to: ENGINE
- Charge air cooler
- For additional information, refer to: SUPERCHARGER COOLING
- For additional information, refer to: INTAKE AIR DISTRIBUTION AND FILTERING
- The ATF
cooler
- For additional information, Refer to: TRANSMISSION COOLING - VEHICLES WITH: 8HP70 8-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION AWD
The primary components of the engine cooling system are the:
- Coolant pump
- Thermostat
- Radiator
- Viscous cooling fan
- Electric cooling fan
- Oil cooler
- Coolant expansion tank
- Coolant manifold
- ATF cooler
- Connecting hoses and pipes.
In cold climate markets, an optional block heater is available as a Retailer/Authorized Repairer fit accessory. The block heater is located in the cylinder block and is connected to a power supply though an external plug.