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Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Pontiac Aztek and 2004 Buick Rendezvous. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
    Fig 1: View Of Water Coolant Inlet Pipe Bolts & Coolant Inlet Pipe
    GM1395459Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install the NEW coolant inlet pipe seal.
  2. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  3. Install the coolant inlet pipe bolts.

    Tighten

    • Tighten the water outlet upper bolt (2) to 23 N.m (17 lb ft).
    • Tighten the water outlet lower bolt (1) to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
  4. Install the lower radiator hose to the coolant inlet pipe. Refer to Radiator Hose Replacement - Inlet (LA1)  or Radiator Hose Replacement - Inlet (LY7) .
  5. Fill the cooling system. Refer to Draining and Filling Cooling System .