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Coolant Heater Replacement LY7

Removal Procedure

  1. Turn the ignition OFF.
  2. Raise and support the vehicle.
  3. Disconnect the coolant heater cord from the coolant heater.

  4. Object Number: 1312571  Size: SH
  5. Remove the coolant heater.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 1312571  Size: SH
  1. Install the coolant heater.
  2. Connect the coolant heater cord to the coolant heater.
  3. Lower the vehicle.

Coolant Heater Replacement 3.8L

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 179497  Size: SH
  1. Drain the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling .
  2. Disconnect the coolant heater cord from the coolant heater.
  3. Loosen the bolt at the coolant heater but do not remove.
  4. Remove the coolant heater.
  5. Remove and clean any burrs, compound, paint, or rough spots from the core plug hole.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 179497  Size: SH
  1. Apply a coat of GM  P/N 12346004, (Canadian P/N 10953480) thread sealant with Teflon or equivalent to the O-ring and clean the surface of the plug opening.
  2. Install the coolant heater by pushing tight to the block.

  3. Object Number: 179495  Size: SH
  4. Install the coolant heater so the element is at the 9 o'clock position (2).
  5. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  6. Tighten the coolant heater bolt until both locking wings draw tight against the inner wall of the engine block.
  7. Tighten
    Tighten the bolt to 2 N·m (17 lb in).

    Notice: The heater cord must not touch the engine, hot pipes, manifold, or any moving parts. Route the cord to the left front of the engine compartment securing with tie straps as necessary to prevent damage.

  8. Connect the coolant heater cord to the coolant heater.
  9. Fill the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling .