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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2008HHR LT, 2.4 P, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 69 (ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSRADIATOR SURGE TANK REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE
2008 Chevrolet HHR LT, 2.4 P, Automatic

Installation Procedure

2008 Chevrolet HHR LT, 2.4 P, AutomaticSECTION Installation Procedure
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    Fig 1: View Of Coolant Level Sensor Electrical Connector
    GM873721Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install the surge tank.
  2. Connect the coolant level sensor electrical connector.
    3. Fig 2: Identifying Surge Tank Outlet Hose
    GM1548520Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. With the surge tank raised, install the surge tank outlet hose.
  4. Reposition the hose clamp using J 38185  to secure the hose. See Special Tools .
    5. Fig 3: View Of Engine Compartment Component Locations
    GM889782Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Set the underhood junction block bracket into position.
  6. Install the underhood junction block bracket nuts (1).
    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .

    Tighten:  Tighten the nuts to 10 N.m (88 lb in).

  7. Install the underhood junction block bracket bolt.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolt to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

    8. Fig 4: View Of Surge Tank Inlet Hose
    GM873719Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Install the surge tank inlet hose to the surge tank.
  9. Reposition the hose clamp using J 38185  to secure the hose. See Special Tools .
  10. Fill the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling (GE 47716 Fill)  or Cooling System Draining and Filling (Static Fill LE5, L61)  or Cooling System Draining and Filling (Static Fill LNF) .
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