Installation Procedure

2020 GMC Acadia SLSECTION Installation Procedure
  1. GM5065029Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Water Outlet Seal (2) - Install NEW

  2. Engine Coolant Flow Control Valve (1) - Install
  3. GM5065018Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Engine Coolant Flow Control Valve Bolt (1) - Install [4x] - Engine Coolant Flow Control Valve Installation

  4. GM5065243Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Electrical Connector (2) @Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor - Connect

  5. Electrical Connector (1) @Engine Coolant Flow Control Valve - Connect
  6. GM5064991Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Electrical Connector (1) @Engine Coolant Flow Control Valve - Connect

  7. GM5064953Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Engine Coolant Air Bleed Hose (4) @Engine Coolant Flow Control Valve - Install

  8. Engine Coolant Air Bleed Hose (3) @Engine Coolant Flow Control Valve - Install
  9. Engine Oil Cooler Coolant Inlet Hose (2) @Engine Coolant Flow Control Valve - Install
  10. Hose Clamp (1) - Engage [3x] - Hose Clamp Replacement Guidelines - Spring Type 
  11. GM5064940Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Radiator Inlet Hose (3) @Engine Coolant Flow Control Valve - Install

  12. Thermostat Bypass Hose (2) @Engine Coolant Flow Control Valve - Install
  13. Hose Clamp (1) - Engage [2x] - Hose Clamp Replacement Guidelines - Spring Type 
  14. GM4963048Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE:

    Install the throttle body and the intake manifold together as an assembly.

    Intake Manifold (1) - Install - Intake Manifold Replacement

  15. Fill the cooling system. Cooling System Draining and Filling (Static Fill LCV, LGX) , or Cooling System Draining and Filling (GE-47716 LCV, LGX) , or Cooling System Draining and Filling (Static Fill LSY) , or Cooling System Draining and Filling (GE-47716 LSY) 
  16. Start the engine and check for leaks.
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When to See a Mechanic

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

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