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Removal Procedure

  1. Partially drain the cooling system. Refer to Draining and Filling Cooling System .
  2. Use the J 38185  to remove the radiator hose clamp from the water inlet housing.
  3. Remove the radiator hose from the water inlet housing.
    Fig 1: Remove Radiator Hose From Water Inlet Housing
    G01758017Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Use the J 38185  to remove the heater hose clamp from the water inlet housing.
  5. Remove the heater hose from the water inlet housing.
    Fig 2: Remove Heater Hose From Water Inlet Housing
    G01758018Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Use the J 38185  to remove the surge tank inlet hose clamp from the water inlet housing.
  7. Remove the surge tank inlet hose from the water inlet housing.
    Fig 3: Remove Surge Tank Inlet Hose From Water Inlet Housing
    G01758019Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Remove the water inlet housing bolts.

    Important:  The water inlet housing (2) and the thermostat are replaced as an assembly.

  9. Remove the water inlet housing and the thermostat.
  10. Inspect and clean the water inlet mating surfaces.
    Fig 4: Water Inlet Housing And Thermostat Replaced As Assembly
    G01758020Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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