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Installation Procedure

  1. Install the transmission fluid cooler pipes to the vehicle.
    2. Fig 1: Fluid Cooler Pipes, Retaining Bolts & Seal
    GM3238932Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  2. Install NEW transmission fluid cooler pipe seal (3) on the transmission fluid cooler pipes (2).
    3. CAUTION:

    Refer to Fastener Caution .

  3. Install the transmission fluid cooler pipe retaining bolt (1) and tighten to 22 N.m (16 lb ft).
    4. Fig 2: Battery Positive Cable Conduit & Fasteners
    GM3273639Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  5. Install the engine wiring and battery positive cable conduit fasteners (1) - Engine Wiring and Battery Positive Cable Harness Replacement (LS3) .
    6. Fig 3: Torque Converter Bolts
    GM1954042Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  6. Remove the heavy mechanical wire and install the starter motor (2) to the engine.
  7. Install the starter motor fasteners (1) - Starter Replacement (LS3) .
    8. Fig 4: Transmission Fluid Cooler Pipe Mounting Bracket Retainer Nut
    GM3417888Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  8. Install the transmission fluid cooler pipe mounting bracket retainer nut (1).

    Tighten 

    Tighten the transmission fluid cooler pipe retaining nut to 17 N.m (13 lb ft).

    9. Fig 5: Transmission Fluid Cooler Pipes
    GM3228111Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  9. Connect the transmission fluid auxiliary cooler outlet rear pipe (1) to the transmission fluid cooler pipes (2). Refer to Transmission Fluid Auxiliary Cooler Outlet Rear Pipe Replacement .
    10. Fig 6: Transmission Fluid Cooler Pipes
    GM3228218Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  10. Connect the transmission fluid cooler inlet pipe (1) to the transmission fluid cooler pipes (2). Refer to Transmission Fluid Cooler Inlet Pipe Replacement (MYC) .
  11. Install the front bumper fascia extension. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Extension Replacement .
  12. Lower the vehicle.
  13. Install the air cleaner outlet extension. Refer to Air Cleaner Outlet Duct Replacement .
  14. Adjust the transmission fluid level. Refer to Transmission Fluid Level and Condition Check , and transmission fluid fill procedure Transmission Fluid Fill Procedure .
  15. Inspect for fluid leaks.
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