Grand Prix V8-5.3L (2007)
Coolant Reservoir: Service and Repair
Coolant Recovery Reservoir Replacement (RPO LS4)
Removal Procedure
1. Remove the front fender upper diagonal brace.
2. Reposition the coolant recovery reservoir hose clamp aside at the radiator overflow fitting.
3. Disconnect the coolant recovery reservoir hose from the radiator overflow hose.
4. Remove the coolant recovery reservoir nuts from the shock tower studs.
5. Remove the coolant recovery reservoir from the lower retainer and the shock tower studs.
6. Drain the coolant from the coolant recovery reservoir into a clean container.
Installation Procedure
1. Install the coolant recovery reservoir to the lower retainer and the shock tower studs.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
2. Install the nuts to the shock tower studs.
Tighten the nuts to 3.3 N.m (29 lb in).
3. Lubricate the reservoir hose with clean water. Install the coolant reservoir hose to the radiator overflow hose.
4. Position the coolant reservoir hose clamp to the radiator overflow hose fitting.
5. Install the front fender upper diagonal brace.
6. Fill the coolant recovery reservoir to the proper level.
