Installation Procedure

2006 Chevrolet Suburban C2500, 6.0 USECTION Installation Procedure
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  1. Install the radiator inlet hose to the thermostat housing.
  2. Fig 1: View Of Radiator Inlet Hose & Thermostat Housing (4.3L Engine)
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  3. Install the radiator inlet hose to the radiator.
  4. Install the radiator inlet hose to the support.
  5. Fig 2: View Of Radiator & Inlet Hose (4.3L Engine)
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  6. Align the hinge clip with the lip on the throttle body.

    Install the air inlet tube and resonator to the throttle body by pivoting the air inlet tube and resonator downward until the mounting stud is through the hole in the air inlet tube.

  7. Fig 3: View Of Air Cleaner Outlet Duct
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  8. Install the resonator retaining wing nut.
  9. Connect the PCV hose to the air cleaner outlet duct.
  10. Fig 4: View Of Air Cleaner Adapter Nut
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  11. Connect the MAF/IAT sensor assembly harness connector.
  12. Fig 5: View Of MAF/IAT Sensor Assembly Harness Connector (4.3L Engine)
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  13. Fill the cooling system. Refer to Draining and Filling Cooling System (without HP2)Β .
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When to See a Mechanic

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

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