Intrigue V6-3.8L VIN K (1998)
Thermostat: Service and Repair
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
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Tools Required
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J 38185 Hose Clamp Pliers
1. Remove the fuel injector sight shield. Refer to Engine Cover Replacement See: Engine/Service and Repair.
2. Remove the throttle body air inlet duct.
3. Partially drain the engine coolant from the cooling system.
4. Use the J 38185 in order to remove the radiator hose clamp from the water outlet housing.
5. Disconnect the radiator hose from the water outlet housing.
6. Remove the water outlet mounting bolts.
7. Remove the water outlet and gasket.
8. Remove the thermostat.
9. Inspect and clean the mating surfaces.
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Water outlet
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Lower intake manifold
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
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Tools Required
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J 38185 Hose Clamp Pliers
NOTICE: When adding coolant, it is important that you use GM Goodwrench DEX-COOL (R) or HAVOLINE (R) DEX-COOL (R) coolant. If
Coolant other than DEX-COOL (R) or HAVOLINE (R) DEX-COOL (R) is added to the system the engine coolant will require change sooner-at
50 000 km (30,000 mi) or 24 months.
1. Install the thermostat.