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Installation Procedure

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  1. Remove any dirt, grease, or other impurities from the mounting surface.
    2. Fig 1: View Of Sensor, CPA & Yellow Sensor Harness Connector
    GM809058Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Connect the harness connector (3) to the sensor (1).
  3. Install the orange CPA (2) into the yellow sensor harness connector (3).
    4. Fig 2: Sensor & Upper Radiator Core Support
    GM809051Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  4. Position the sensor (2) horizontally on the upper radiator core support (3).
  5. Point the arrow on the sensor toward the front of the vehicle.
  6. Install the sensor bolts (1).

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

  7. Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 1 .
  8. Install the radiator upper air baffle and deflector. Refer to Radiator Air Baffle and Deflector Replacement - Upper in Engine Cooling.
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