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Installation Procedure

    Fig 1: Installing Condenser To Radiator
    G01730628Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install the condenser to the radiator.
    2. Fig 2: Installing Radiator And Condenser Assembly
    G01730629Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Install the radiator and the condenser assembly to the vehicle.
  3. Install the fan shroud. Refer to Fan Shroud Replacement .
    4. Fig 3: Installing Coolant Recovery Reservoir Hose
    G01730630Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Install the reservoir hose to the radiator.
  5. Raise and suitably support the vehicle.
  6. Install the condenser tube to the condenser.
    NOTE: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.
  7. Install the A/C condenser tube nut.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the nut to 16 N.m (12 lb ft).

    Fig 4: Installing Upper Transmission Oil Cooler Line
    G01730624Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Install the lower oil cooler line to the radiator.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the lower oil cooler line to 27 N.m (20 lb ft).

  9. Lower the vehicle.
  10. Install the upper oil cooler line to the radiator.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the upper oil cooler line to 27 N.m (20 lb ft).

    11. Fig 5: Radiator Reservoir
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  11. Install the evaporator tube to the condenser.
  12. Install the evaporator tube bolt.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the evaporator tube bolt to 16 N.m (12 lb ft).

  13. Install the radiator outlet hose. Refer to Radiator Hose Replacement - Outlet (3.8L Engine)  or Radiator Hose Replacement - Outlet (5.7L Engine) .
  14. Install the radiator inlet hose. Refer to Radiator Hose Replacement - Inlet (3.8L Engine)  or Radiator Hose Replacement - Inlet (5.7L Engine) .
  15. Fill cooling system. Refer to Draining and Filling Cooling System .
  16. Recharge the air conditioning system. Refer to GENERAL MOTORS .
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