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Installation Procedure

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  1. Install the radiator.
  2. Install the condenser into the four retaining tabs on the radiator.
    Fig 1: Installing Condenser Into Four Retaining Tabs On Radiator
    G01971812Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
  3. If equipped, install the automatic transmission oil cooler lines to the radiator.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the cooler lines to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

    Fig 2: Installing Automatic Transmission Oil Cooler Lines To Radiator
    G01971813Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Connect the mass air flow sensor electrical connector.
  5. Install the connector position assurance lock.
    Fig 3: Connecting Mass Air Flow Sensor Electrical Connector
    G01971814Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Install the surge tank inlet hose to the radiator.
  7. Reposition the surge tank inlet hose clamp to the radiator using J 38185  .
    Fig 4: Installing Surge Tank Inlet Hose To Radiator
    G01971815Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Install the radiator inlet hose to the water pump.
  9. Reposition the radiator inlet hose clamp to the water pump using J 38185  .
    Fig 5: Installing Radiator Inlet Hose To Water Pump
    G01971816Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  10. Install the throttle body heater outlet hose to the radiator.
  11. Reposition the throttle body heater outlet hose clamp to the radiator using J 38185  .
  12. Install the fan shroud. Refer to FAN SHROUD REPLACEMENT .
    Fig 6: Installing Throttle Body Heater Outlet Hose To Radiator
    G01971817Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.