Grand Prix V6-3100 3.1L VIN M SFI (1996)
Heater Hose: Service and Repair
Quick Disconnect Fitting
Quick Connect Heater Inlet Nipple
Remove or Disconnect
1. Drain coolant.
2. Air cleaner and duct assembly.
3. Heater inlet pipe retaining bolt.
4. Heater inlet pipe quick disconnect from nipple.
5. Quick disconnect nipple.
Inspect
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O-ring sealing surface on pipe.
Adjust
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If replacing heater inlet nipple, remove retainer from pipe and discard, as new nipple is equipped with retainer.
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If replacing pipe, remove retainer from pipe and reinsert retainer in nipple.
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If reusing pipe and nipple, retainer can remain in place on pipe.
Remove or Disconnect
1. Quick disconnect nipple.
2. Heater inlet pipe quick disconnect to nipple.
3. Heater inlet pipe retaining bolt.
Tighten
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Bolt/screw to 8 N.m (71 lb. in.).
4. Air cleaner and duct assembly.
Tighten
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Bolts to 5 N.m (44 lb. in.).
5. Refill coolant.