Installation Procedure

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Install the oil cooler hose assembly.
If equipped with a 8.1L engine, perform the following:
1. 2.1. Connect the quick connect fittings (1) at the engine. Refer to Engine Oil Cooler Pipe/Hose Quick Connect Fitting .
  NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
2. 2.2. Install the oil cooler hose bracket bolt.
  Tighten
  
  Tighten the bolt to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
Fig 1: Connect Quick Connect Fittings
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If equipped with a 6.0L engine, perform the following:
1. 3.1. Install the oil cooler hose assembly and a new gasket.
2. 3.2. Install the oil cooler hose adapter bolts (2).
  Tighten
  
  Tighten the bolts to 12 N.m (106 lb in).
3. 3.3. Install the oil cooler hose bracket bolt (1).
  Tighten
  
  Tighten the bolt to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
Fig 2: Install Oil Cooler Hose Bracket & Hose Adapter Bolts
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If equipped, install the engine shield.
Install the engine shield bolts.
Tighten

Tighten the bolts to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).

Fig 3: Install Engine Shield
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Install the oil cooler hoses to the hose clip on the fan shroud.
Snap the oil cooler hose clip shut.

Fig 4: Install Oil Cooler Hoses
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