Section 853 (Engine Cooling System): Specifications

2001 Chevrolet Chevy Express G3500, Van Passenger Extended, 6.5 FSECTION Specifications
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Fastener Tightening Specifications

Application Specification
Metric English
A/C Condenser Mounting Bolts 6 N.m 53 lb in
A/C Condenser Tube Clip Bolt 2.5 N.m 22 lb in
Coolant Heater Bolt 2 N.m 18 lb in
Cooling Fan Motor Screws 6 N.m 53 lb in
Cooling Fan Nut 6 N.m 53 lb in
Cooling Fan Shroud Bolts 6 N.m 53 lb in
Discharge Hose to Condenser Nut 16 N.m 12 lb ft
Evaporator Inlet Tube to Condenser Bolt 16 N.m 12 lb ft
Radiator Bracket Bolts 24 N.m 18 lb ft
Radiator Lower Air Deflector Bolts 20 N.m 15 lb ft
Radiator Upper Mount Bolts 10 N.m 89 lb in
Thermostat Bypass Pipe Bolt 11 N.m 98 lb in
Thermostat Bypass Pipe Nut 25 N.m 18 lb ft
Thermostat Housing Bolts 25 N.m 18 lb ft
Water Pump Bolts 10 N.m 89 lb in
Water Pump Pulley Bolts 25 N.m 18 lb ft
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  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
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  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
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