Removal and Installation

Engine Coolant - Drain - Refer to:
Coolant Replacement (2016 2017 2018)

Coolant Replacement (2019 2020 2021)
Starter - Remove (9-Speed A/T) - Refer to: or
Starter Removal, Installation and Performance Test (6-Speed A/T) 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020)

Starter Removal, Installation and Performance Test (9-Speed A/T)
Intake Manifold - Remove - Refer to:
Intake Manifold Removal and Installation (9-Speed A/T) (2019 2020 2021)

Intake Manifold Removal and Installation (6-Speed A/T), ('16-'18 9-Speed A/T)
Thermostat - Remove
EGR Pipe A - Remove
EGR Valve - Remove
ECT Sensor 1 - Remove - Refer to:
ECT Sensor 1 Removal and Installation or

ECT Sensor 2 Removal and Installation
High Pressure Fuel Pump Cover - Remove

Fig 1: High Pressure Fuel Pump Cover With Torque Specifications
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Upper Radiator Hose, Heater Hose, and Water Bypass Hose - Disconnect

6-Speed A/T

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9-Speed A/T

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1. Disconnect the upper radiator hose (A), the heater hoses (B), and the water bypass hoses (C).

Water Passage - Remove

Fig 2: Water Passage With Torque Specifications
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Connecting Pipe - Remove

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1. 6-Speed A/T: Disconnect the heater hose (A) and the water bypass hose (B).

2. Remove the connecting pipe as needed.

All Removed Parts - Install

1. Install the parts in the reverse order of removal.

NOTE:

If the connecting pipe is removed, install the connecting pipe.
After installing all the removed parts, refill the radiator with engine coolant, and bleed the air from the cooling system - Refer to:
Coolant Replacement (2016 2017 2018) or

Coolant Replacement (2019 2020 2021) .