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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: View of Thermostat & Gasket
    GM611035Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install a NEW thermostat housing gasket into the water pump housing.
  2. Install the thermostat into the water pump housing.
  3. Install the thermostat housing.
    4. Fig 2: Identifying Thermostat Housing to Water Pump Inlet Bolts
    GM611039Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
  4. Install the thermostat housing bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

    5. Fig 3: View Of Radiator Outlet Hose At Thermostat Housing
    GM1664571Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Install the radiator outlet hose (2) to the thermostat housing.
  6. Using the J 38185  , position the radiator outlet hose clamp (1) at the thermostat housing. See Special Tools .
  7. Fill the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling (Vac-N-Fill)  or Cooling System Draining and Filling (Static Fill) .
  8. Install the air cleaner. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement .
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