Installation Procedure

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Fig 1: Identifying surge tank electrical connector

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Connect the surge tank electrical connector.

NOTE: Lubricate the inside diameters of the hoses with clean coolant prior to installation.

Install the surge tank to the vehicle.

Fig 2: Identifying surge tank retaining bolt

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CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .

Install the surge tank retaining bolt and tighten to 9 N.m (80 lb in).

Fig 3: Identifying surge tank outlet hose

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Install the surge tank outlet hose to the surge tank.
Using J 38185 , reposition the surge tank outlet hose clamp. See Special Tools .

Fig 4: Identifying surge tank inlet hose

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Install the surge tank inlet hose to the surge tank.
Using J 38185 , reposition the surge tank inlet hose clamp. See Special Tools .

Fig 5: View Of overflow hose

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Install the overflow hose to the surge tank.
Fill the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling (Static Fill) or Cooling System Draining and Filling (Vac N Fill) .