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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2003TRAILBLAZER 4.2 S, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 685 (ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSCOOLANT HEATER REPLACEMENT (6.6L ENGINE)INSTALLATION 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 2002 GMC Sierra, 2002 GMC Cab & Chassis Sierra, 2002 Chevrolet Silverado, and 2002 Chevrolet Cab & Chassis Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Coat the O-ring seal and the cleaned surface of the plug opening with water resistant high-temperature grease GM P/N United States 1052196, GM P/N Canada 5264008, or the equivalent.
Important: Avoid element contact with the inside walls of the engine block.
- Align the coolant heater element to point towards the top of the engine.
- Tightly push the coolant heater into the engine block.
- Tighten the bolt on the engine coolant heater until both of the locking wings draw tightly against the inner wall of the engine block. Tighten the bolt in order to retain the engine coolant heater to the engine block to 2 N.m (18 lb in).NOTE: The heater cord must not touch the engine, hot pipes, manifold, or any moving parts. Route the cord to the left front of the engine compartment securing with tie straps as necessary to prevent damage.
- Connect the heater cord to the coolant heater.
- Install the right engine mount.
- Install the right front fender wheelhouse inner fender (1).
- Install the right front tire and wheel.
- Lower the vehicle.
- Fill the cooling system. Refer to Draining & Filling Cooling System .
- Inspect for coolant leaks.
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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.