Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Important: The engine coolant heater sealing washer may be reused if not bent, scored or otherwise damaged.

Apply a 3.175 mm (0.125 in) bead of sealant GM P/N 12346004 (Canadian P/N 10953480) or equivalent to the engine coolant heater sealing washer.
Insert the engine coolant heater.
NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
Tighten the engine coolant heater.
Tighten

Tighten the engine coolant heater to 40 N.m (30 lb ft).

Fig 1: Engine Coolant Heater
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Install the engine coolant heater cord to the engine coolant heater.
Install the tire and wheel, if necessary. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION in Tires and Wheels.
Fill the cooling system. Refer to DRAINING AND FILLING COOLING SYSTEM .

Fig 2: Installing Engine Coolant Heater Cord To Engine Coolant Heater
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