Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Pontiac Torrent and 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install the thermostat (2).
- Install the thermostat housing (1).
- Install RTV sealer, GM P/N 12378478 (Canadian P/N 88900041) or the equivalent, to the thermostat housing bolt threads.
- Install the thermostat housing bolts (3) and tighten to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
- Install the radiator hose to the thermostat housing. Refer to Radiator Inlet Hose Replacement (LY7) or Radiator Inlet Hose Replacement (LNJ Chevrolet) or Radiator Inlet Hose Replacement (LNJ Pontiac) .
- Install the crossover exhaust pipe. Refer to Exhaust Crossover Pipe Replacement (LNJ) .
- Install the fuel injector sight shield. Refer to Fuel Injector Sight Shield Replacement .
- Fill the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling (LY7 GE 47716 Fill) or Cooling System Draining and Filling (LNJ GE 47716 Fill) or Cooling System Draining and Filling (LNJ Static Fill) or Cooling System Draining and Filling (LY7 Static Fill) .
- Inspect the cooling system for leaks. Repair as necessary.
CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution
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