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Installation Procedure

    Fig 1: View Of Surge Tank, Nuts & Bolts
    GM362165Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in CAUTIONS AND NOTICES .
  1. Install the surge tank.
  2. Install the bolt to the surge tank.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolt to 9 N.m (80 lb in).

  3. Install the nut to the surge tank.

    Tighten:  Tighten the nut to 9 N.m (80 lb in).

    4. Fig 2: View Of Surge Tank Outlet Hose & Surge Tank
    GM659059Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Install the surge tank outlet hose (2) to the surge tank.
  5. Position the surge tank outlet hose clamp.
    6. Fig 3: View Of Surge Tank & Inlet Hose
    GM721988Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Install the surge tank inlet hose (1) to the surge tank.
  7. Position the surge tank inlet hose clamp.
    8. Fig 4: View Of Auxiliary Battery Relay, MAF, IAT & Coolant Level Sensor Electrical Connectors
    GM674702Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Connect the low coolant level switch electrical connector (3).
    9. Fig 5: View Of Surge Tank & Overflow Hose
    GM659051Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Install the surge tank overflow hose.
  10. Install the air cleaner assembly. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement in Engine Controls - 4.8L, 5.3L, and 6.0L or Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement in Engine Controls - 8.1L.
  11. Fill the cooling system. Refer to Draining and Filling Cooling System .
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