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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006CHEVY EXPRESS G2500, VAN CARGO, 6.6 2REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 316 (ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSURGE TANK REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE

2006 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 2

Installation Procedure

2006 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 2SECTION Installation Procedure

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Install the surge tank.
NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
Install the bolt to the surge tank.
Tighten

Tighten the bolt to 9 N.m (80 lb in).
Install the nut to the surge tank.
Tighten

Tighten the nut to 9 N.m (80 lb in).

Fig 1: Installing Surge Tank
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Install the surge tank outlet hose (2) to the surge tank.
Position the surge tank outlet hose clamp.

Fig 2: Installing Surge Tank Outlet Hose To Surge Tank
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Install the surge tank inlet hose (1) to the surge tank.
Position the surge tank inlet hose clamp.

Fig 3: Installing Surge Tank Inlet Hose To Surge Tank
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Connect the low coolant level switch electrical connector (3).

Fig 4: Connecting Low Coolant Level Switch Electrical Connector
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Install the surge tank overflow hose.
Install the air cleaner assembly.
Fill the cooling system. Refer to DRAINING AND FILLING COOLING SYSTEM .

Fig 5: Installing Surge Tank Overflow Hose
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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.