Radiator Outlet Pipe Replacement (LAT)

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Fig 1: Identifying Radiator Outlet Pipe (LAT)

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Callout	Component Name
CAUTION: With a pressurized cooling system, the coolant temperature in the radiator can be considerably higher than the boiling point of the solution at atmospheric pressure. Removal of the surge tank cap, while the cooling system is hot and under high pressure, causes the solution to boil instantaneously with explosive force. This will cause the solution to spew out over the engine, the fenders, and the person removing the cap. Serious bodily injury may result. Preliminary Procedures Drain the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling (LY7, LZ4, Static Fill) or Cooling System Draining and Filling (LAT Static Fill) or Cooling System Draining and Filling (LE5 Static Fill) . Remove the electronic control module (ECM). Refer to Engine Control Module Replacement .
1	Radiator Outlet Hose Procedure: Reposition the 2 hose clamps per hose, using the J 38185 . See Special Tools . Special Tools: J 38185 Hose Clamp Pliers. See Special Tools .
2	Generator Control Module Coolant Pump Hose
3	Generator Control Module Coolant Outlet Hose
4	Radiator Outlet Pipe Nut NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice . Tighten: 20 N.m (15 lb ft)
5	Radiator Outlet Pipe