Impala V6-3.4L VIN E (2000)
6. Install the lower intake manifold.
7. Install NEW lower intake manifold bolts.
Revised Updated Torque Specification, Bulletin #vss20030024
The torque specification is a 2-step process; tighten the vertical lower intake manifold bolts (the four middle ones) to 7 Nm (62 lb in). Tighten the
diagonal lower intake manifold bolts (two on each end) to 7 Nm (62 lb in).Tighten the vertical lower intake manifold bolts (the four middle ones)
to 13 Nm (115 lb in). Tighten the diagonal lower intake manifold bolts (two on each end) to 25 Nm (18 lb ft).
8. Connect the thermostat bypass hose to the thermostat bypass pipe and lower intake manifold pipe.
9. Connect the radiator inlet hose to the engine. Refer to Radiator Hose Replacement -Inlet in Cooling System.
10. Connect the heater inlet pipe and heater hose to the lower intake manifold.
11. Install the power steering pump to the front engine cover. Refer to Power Steering Pump Replacement in Steering and Suspension.
