Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
- If removed, install the ECT sensor.
Tighten: Tighten the sensor to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
- If removed, install the thermostat, the gasket, and the water outlet housing.
- Install the water outlet housing bolt and the stud.
Tighten: Tighten the bolt and the stud to 27 N.m (20 lb ft).
- Install the lower intake manifold gaskets.
- Apply sealer GM P/N 12346286 (Canadian P/N 10953472) or equivalent to the ends of the intake manifold seals.
- Install the lower intake manifold seals.
- Install the lower intake manifold.
- Apply thread lock compound GM P/N 12345382 (Canadian P/N 10953489) or equivalent to the two hidden bolts.
- Install the lower intake manifold bolts (1-12).
Tighten: Tighten the lower intake manifold bolts in sequence to 15 N.m (11 lb ft).
- Install the generator brace bracket.
- Install the generator brace bracket bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
- Connect the ECT sensor electrical connector.
- Install the radiator inlet hose to the water outlet housing. Refer to Radiator Hose Replacement - Inlet (L26 L32) in Engine Cooling.
- Install the EGR outlet pipe (1) to the lower intake manifold.
- Install the EGR outlet pipe bolt (2) to the lower intake manifold.
Tighten: Tighten the bolt to 29 N.m (21 lb ft).
- Install the drive belt tensioner. Refer to Drive Belt Tensioner Replacement .
- Install the generator brace. Refer to Generator Brace Replacement (L26) in Engine Electrical.
- Install the upper intake manifold. Refer to Intake Manifold Replacement - Upper .
- Inspect for fluid or vacuum leaks.
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
NOTE:
The two bolts which fasten the lower intake manifold to the cylinder head are accessible only after the upper intake is removed. The bolts are located in the right front and left rear corners of the lower intake manifold. Remove the upper intake manifold to service the lower intake.