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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006UPLANDER FWD V6-3.5L VIN LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE, COOLING AND EXHAUSTENGINESERVICE AND REPAIROVERHAULREPAIR INSTRUCTIONS92. OIL COOLER INSTALLATION
2006 Chevrolet Uplander FWD V6-3.5L VIN L
92. Oil Cooler Installation
2006 Chevrolet Uplander FWD V6-3.5L VIN LSECTION 92. Oil Cooler Installation
Oil Cooler Installation
1. Apply sealer P/N 21485278 to the oil cooler hose fitting threads.
2. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
Install the oil cooler hose fitting.
^ Tighten the oil cooler hose fitting to 19 Nm (14 ft. lbs.).
3. Install the oil cooler inlet hose clamp and the oil cooler inlet hose onto the oil cooler hose fitting.
4. Install the oil cooler inlet hose clamp and oil cooler.
5. Install the oil cooler connector.
^ Tighten the oil cooler connector to 50 Nm (37 ft. lbs.).
6. Install the oil cooler outlet hoses and pipe.
7. Connect the lower oil cooler outlet hose to the oil cooler.
8. Connect the upper oil cooler hose to the thermostat bypass pipe.
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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.