Radiator Surge Tank Replacement

2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 6SECTION Radiator Surge Tank Replacement
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Classic. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Fig 1: Identifying Surge Tank Components
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Callout Component Name
Preliminary Procedure:Β 
Drain the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling (L61)Β .
1 Radiator Surge Tank Assembly Nut (Qty: 2)
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .

Tighten:Β  6 N.m (53 lb in)

2 Reposition Surge Tank Hose Clamp (Qty: 2)
Special Tools:Β 
J 38185Β  Hose Clamp Pliers. See Special ToolsΒ .
3 Radiator Surge Tank Assembly
RENDER: 1.0x

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  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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