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Removal Procedure

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  1. Partially drain the engine coolant. Refer to Draining and Filling Cooling System .
  2. Remove the overflow hose from the top of the surge tank.
  3. Remove the inlet hose from the top of the radiator and from the surge tank.
  4. Remove the outlet hose from the bottom of the surge tank.
  5. Disconnect the coolant level sensor electrical connector.
    Fig 1: Removing Overflow Hose, Inlet Hose & Outlet Hose
    G01699472Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Remove the surge tank retaining bolt.
  7. Remove the surge tank from the cowl tabs.
  8. Remove the surge tank from the vehicle.
  9. Clean the surge tank with soap and water.
  10. Rinse the surge tank with clean water.
    Fig 2: Removing Surge Tank
    G01699473Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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