Grand AM V6-3.4L VIN E (2001)
Coolant Line/Hose: Service and Repair
Thermostat Bypass Pipes Replacement
Thermostat Bypass Pipes Replacement
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Tools Required
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J38185 Hose Clamp Pliers
Removal Procedure
1. Drain the cooling system.
2. Carefully remove the throttle body air inlet duct.
3. Remove the spark plug wires at the left bank.
4. Using the J38185, reposition the hose clamp at the thermostat housing.
5. Remove the upper radiator hose from the housing.
6. Disconnect the heater outlet hose from the thermostat bypass pipe (2).
7. Disconnect the throttle body inlet and outlet hoses from the thermostat bypass pipe (1).
8. Remove the thermostat bypass pipe-to-throttle body nut.