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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2003TRAILBLAZER 4.2 S, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1675 (ENGINE COOLING)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSCOOLANT CROSSOVER PIPE REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE

2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WD

Installation Procedure

2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WDSECTION Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Saturn Vue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Coolant Bridge & Identifying Seal Locations

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Clean and dry the area before installing new seals.
Install the lower seals into position.
Install the coolant bridge.
Install the upper seals into position.

NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.

Install the coolant bridge bolt.
Tighten: Tighten the coolant bridge bolt to 30 N.m (22 lb ft).
Connect the electrical connector at the coolant bridge.
Connect the coolant hoses at the coolant bridge.

Fig 2: Intake Manifold

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Install the intake manifold. Refer to INTAKE MANIFOLD .
Connect the negative battery cable.
Tighten: Tighten the battery terminal bolt to 17 N.m (13 lb ft).
Fill the coolant. Refer to Draining and Filling Cooling System .

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
• Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.