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Repair Procedure

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  1. Pressure test the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Leak Testing . If the radiator is not leaky, perform the following procedure.
  2. Remove the radiator. Refer to Radiator Replacement (Automatic Transmission) .
    3. Fig 1: Identifying Fracture Surface
    GM2028254Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  3. Grind the fracture surface (1) with a proper tool.
  4. Drill a hole in the center of the fractured surface, using a 6 mm (0.24 in) drill.
    5. Fig 2: Identifying Radiator Mounting Pin, Nut & Bolt
    GM2028256Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  5. Install the new radiator mounting pin (2).
    • Install the nut (3).
      • NOTE:

      The bolt should not be longer than 35 mm (1.38 in).

    • Install the radiator mounting pin (2) with the bolt (1).
    6. CAUTION:

    Refer to Fastener Caution .

  6. Tighten the bolt 5 N.m (44 lb in).
  7. Install the radiator. Refer to Radiator Replacement (Automatic Transmission) .
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