Cooling System Component Views

2008 Chevrolet Optra5 LT, StandardSECTION Cooling System Component Views
Fig 1: Identifying Radiator And Cooling Fan Components
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Callout Component Name
1 Radiator
2 Front Upper Center Panel
3 Upper Radiator Bumper
4 Holder Transmission Fluid Pipe - Automatic Transmission Only
5 Lower Radiator Bumper
6 Spring Clamp
7 Upper Radiator Hose
8 Drain Cock
9 Auxiliary Cooling Fan
10 Main Cooling Fan
Fig 2: Identifying Water Pump/Thermostat Components (1.4L/1.6L)
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Callout Component Name
1 Cylinder Block Seal Ring
2 Seal Ring
3 Thermostat Housing
4 Bolt
5 Bolt
6 Water Pump
Fig 3: Identifying Water Pump/Thermostat Components (1.8L/2.0L)
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Callout Component Name
1 Seal Ring
2 Thermostat
3 Thermostat Housing
4 Thermostat Housing Mounting Bolt
5 Coolant Pump Mounting Bolt
6 Coolant Pump
7 Seal Ring
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