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Fastener Tightening Specifications

Specification
Application Metric English
Radiator Drain Plug 13 N·m 9 lb in
Radiator Fan To Fan Motor Bolts 6 N·m 53 lb in
Radiator Fan To Fan Shroud Assembly Bolts 3 N·m 34 lb in
Radiator Fan Blade Nut 6 N·m 53 lb in
Radiator Upper Support Bracket Bolts 19 N·m 14 lb ft
Thermostat Housing Nuts 10 N·m 7 lb ft
Water Pump Bolts - 2.4L 9 N·m 80 lb in
Water Pump Bolts - 1.8L
l Bolt 1 26 N·m 19 lb ft
l Bolt 2 24 N·m 18 lb ft

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2009 Pontiac Vibe - AWD | Vibe (VIN S) Service Manual | Engine | Engine Cooling | Repair Instructions |
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Cooling System Draining and Filling

Note: Do not loosen the lower radiator drain cock plug while the engine and radiator are still
hot. Pressurized, hot engine coolant and steam may be released and cause serious burns.

Note: Collect the coolant in a container and dispose of it according to the regulations in your
area.

1. Loosen the lower radiator drain cock plug (3).

2. Remove the radiator cap (1).
3. Loosen the cylinder block drain cock plug (4).
4. Install the lower radiator drain cock plug and allow the engine and radiator to drain correctly.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

5. Install the cylinder block drain cock plug.

Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 13 N·m (9 lb ft).

6. Loosen the upper radiator drain cock plug.

7. Slowly fill the radiator with DEX-COOL®.

Note: Never use water as a substitute for engine coolant.

Note: In order to avoid damage to the engine cooling system and other technical problems,
only use DEX-COOL® or similar high quality ethylene glycol based non-silicate, non-amine,
non-nitrite, non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid organic acid technology (coolant with
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long-life hybrid organic acid technology consists of a combination of low phosphates and
organic acids).

8. Squeeze the inlet and outlet radiator hoses several times by hand and then check the level of
the coolant.

If the coolant level is low, add coolant.

9. Tighten the upper radiator drain cock plug.

10. Slowly pour coolant into the radiator reservoir tank until it reaches the FULL line.
11. Install the radiator cap sub-assembly and reservoir tank cap.
12. Start the engine and warm it up.
13. Bleed the air from the cooling system.
• Before starting the engine, turn the A/C switch off.
• Adjust the air conditioning temperature setting to MAX (HOT).
• Adjust the air conditioning blower setting to LO.

Note: Wear protective gloves. Be careful as the radiator hoses are hot. Keep your hands
away from the radiator fan.

14. Warm up the engine until the thermostat opens. While the thermostat is open, allow the
coolant to circulate for several minutes.

Thermostat opening timing can be determined by squeezing the inlet radiator hose and
sensing vibrations when the engine coolant starts to flow inside the hose.

15. Stop the engine and wait until the engine coolant cools down.
16. Add engine coolant to the FULL line on the radiator reservoir.
17. Inspect for coolant leaks.

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2009 Pontiac Vibe - AWD | Vibe (VIN S) Service Manual | Engine | Engine Cooling | Repair Instructions |
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Coolant Pump Replacement (2.4L)

Special Tools

EN 46104 Water Pump Pulley Holding Tool

Inspection Procedure

1. Remove the radiator surge tank assembly. Refer to Radiator Surge Tank Replacement.
2. Remove the generator assembly. Refer to Generator Replacement.
3. Remove the right engine mounting insulator subassembly. Refer to Engine Mount
Replacement.
4. Remove water pump pulley. Refer to Coolant Pump Replacement.

5. Inspect water pump assembly.

6. Visually check the drain hole (2) and air hole for coolant leakage.

If leakage is found, replace the water pump assembly.

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7. Turn the pulley, and then check that the water pump bearing moves smoothly without
making a "click" sound.

If it does not move smoothly, replace the water pump assembly.

8. Install the water pump pulley.

9. Install the right engine mounting insulator subassembly. Refer to Engine Mount Replacement.
10. Install the generator assembly. Refer to Generator Replacement.
11. Install the radiator surge tank assembly. Refer to Radiator Surge Tank Replacement.

Removal Procedure

Warning: Refer to Battery Disconnect Warning in the Preface section.

1. Disconnect cable from negative battery terminal. Refer to Battery Negative Cable
Disconnection and Connection.
2. Remove the left engine under cover.
3. Remove the right engine under cover.
4. Drain the engine coolant. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling.
5. Separate the radiator reserve tank assembly. Refer to Radiator Surge Tank Replacement.
6. Remove the v-ribbed belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement.
7. Remove the generator assembly. Refer to Generator Replacement.
8. Remove the right engine mounting insulator subassembly. Refer to Engine Mount
Replacement.

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9. Using EN 46104 , remove the 4 bolts (1, 2, 3, 4) and water pump pulley.

10. Remove the clamp (1) of the crankshaft position sensor from the water pump.
11. Disconnect the wire of the crankshaft position sensor from the clamp bracket.

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12. Remove the 4 bolts (1,2, 5, 6), 2 nuts (4, 7) and the clamp bracket.

Note: Tape the screwdriver tip before use.

13. Using a screwdriver, pry between the water pump and cylinder block, and then remove the
water pump.

Installation Procedure

1. Remove any old gasket sealer material from the contact surface.

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Note:
• Remove any oil from the contact surface.
• The parts must be set within 3 minutes after applying sealant. Otherwise, the material
must be removed and reapplied.

2. Apply a continuous line of Three Bond 1217B (1) or equivalent, GM part number 12378521
(Canadian part number 88901148).

Specification
Standard Seal Diameter: 2.2 to 2.5 mm (0.0866 to 0.0984 in)

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

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3. Install the water pump and the clamp bracket with the 4 bolts (1, 2, 5, 6) and the 2 nuts (4,
7). Tighten the bolts to 9.0 N·m (80 lb in).

4. Confirm that the wire harness of the crankshaft position sensor is secured to the wire
harness clamp bracket (1) through the back of the rib of the timing chain cover.
5. Install the wire harness clamp.

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6. Install the water pump pulley with the 4 bolts (2, 3, 4, 5) and tighten to 26 N·m (19 lb ft).
7. Install the right engine mounting insulator subassembly. Refer to Engine Mount Replacement.
8. Install the generator assembly. Refer to Generator Replacement.
9. Install the v-ribbed belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement.
10. Install the radiator reserve tank assembly. Refer to Radiator Surge Tank Replacement.
11. Connect the cable to negative battery terminal.
12. Add the engine coolant. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling.
13. Inspect for coolant leaks. Refer to Cooling System Leak Testing.
14. Inspect the reservoir tank engine coolant level.
15. Install the right engine under cover.
16. Install the left engine under cover.

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Coolant Pump Replacement (1.8L)

Inspection Procedure

1. Remove the engine cover. Refer to Engine Cover Replacement.

2. Remove the right engine under cover.
3. Remove the v-ribbed belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement.
4. Inspect water pump assembly.
5. Turn the pulley and check that the water pump bearing moves smoothly and quietly.

If necessary, replace the water pump assembly.

6. Make sure that there are no drops of coolant on the water pump housing.

If necessary, replace the water pump assembly.

7. Install the v-ribbed belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement.

8. Install the right engine under cover.
9. Install the engine cover. Refer to Engine Cover Replacement.

Removal Procedure

Warning: Refer to Battery Disconnect Warning in the Preface section.

1. Disconnect cable from negative battery terminal. Refer to Battery Negative Cable
Disconnection and Connection
2. Remove the engine cover. Refer to Engine Cover Replacement.
3. Remove the right engine under cover.
4. Drain the engine coolant. Refer
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5. Remove the v-ribbed belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement.

6. Remove the generator assembly. Refer to Generator Replacement.

7. Remove the 5 bolts (1, 2, 3, 4, 5) and water pump assembly from the timing chain cover.

8. Remove the water pump gasket (1) from the timing chain cover.

Installation Procedure

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Note: Be sure to clean the contact surfaces.

1. Align the protrusion (1) of a new water pump gasket with the cutout in the timing chain
cover and install the gasket to the groove of the timing chain cover.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

2. Install the water pump assembly to the timing chain cover with the 5 bolts (1, 2) and
tighten.
• Bolt 1 to 26 N·m (19 lb ft).

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• Bolt 2 to 24 N·m (18 lb ft).

3. Install the generator assembly. Refer to Generator Replacement.
4. Install the v-ribbed belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement.
5. Connect the cable to negative battery terminal.
6. Add the engine coolant. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling.
7. Inspect for coolant leaks. Refer to Cooling System Leak Testing
8. Inspect the reservoir tank engine coolant level.
9. Install the right engine under cover.
10. Install the engine cover. Refer to Engine Cover Replacement.

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Radiator Surge Tank Replacement

Removal Procedure

1. Remove the cap from the radiator surge tank.

2. Remove the 3 bolts (1, 2, 3) and radiator surge tank assembly.

Installation Procedure

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

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1. Install the radiator surge tank assembly with the 3 bolts (1, 2, 3) and tighten to 7.0 N·m
(62 lb in).
2. Properly fill the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling
3. Install the radiator surge tank cap.

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Engine Coolant Fan Replacement (2.4L)

Removal Procedure

1. Remove the radiator assembly. Refer to Radiator Replacement.

2. If equipped with air conditioning system, remove the 2 nuts (1) and 2 fans.

3. Remove the nut and fan.

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4. Remove the auxiliary cooling fan motor, with air conditioning system.
5. Detach the 4 harness clamps from the fan shroud.

6. Remove the 2 screws (1) and cooling fan motor insulator.

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7. Remove the 3 screws (1), and then remove the auxiliary cooling fan motor.

8. Detach the 3 harness clamps from the fan shroud.

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9. Remove the 3 screws (1, 2, 3), and then remove the cooling fan motor.

Installation Procedure

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

1. Install the cooling fan motor with the 3 screws (1, 2, 3) and tighten to 3.9 N·m (35 lb in).

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2. Attach the 3 harness clamps to the fan shroud.

3. Install the auxiliary cooling fan motor with the 3 screws (1) and tighten to 3.9 N·m
(35 lb in).

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4. Install the cooling fan motor insulator with the 2 screws (1).

5. Attach the 4 harness clamps to the fan shroud.

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6. Install auxiliary fan with air conditioning system.

7. Install the 2 fans with the 2 nuts (1) and tighten to 6.3 N·m (56 lb in).

8. Install the fan with the nut and tighten to 6.3 N·m (56 lb in).
9. Install the radiator assembly. Refer to Radiator Replacement.

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Engine Coolant Fan Replacement (1.8L)

Removal Procedure

1. Remove the radiator assembly. Refer to Radiator Replacement.

2. Remove the nut (1), then remove the fan.

3. Disconnect the connector and 2 clamps (2, 3) from the fan shroud.

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4. Remove the 3 screws (1, 2, 3), then remove the cooling fan motor.

Installation Procedure

1. Install the cooling fan motor with the 3 screws (1, 2, 3).
2. Connect the connector and 2 clamps.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

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3. Install the fan with the nut (1) and tighten to 6.3 N·m (56 lb in).
4. Install the radiator assembly. Refer to Radiator Replacement.

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Cooling Fan Control Module Replacement

Removal Procedure

Warning: Refer to Battery Disconnect Warning in the Preface section.

1. Disconnect the battery negative cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and
Connection.
2. Disconnect the cooling fan control module connectors (3).
3. Remove the two screws (2).
4. Remove the cooling fan control module (1).

Installation Procedure

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1. Install the cooling fan control module (1) with two screws (2).
2. Connect the cooling fan control module connectors (1).
3. Connect the battery negative cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and
Connection.

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Engine Coolant Thermostat Replacement (2.4L)

Removal Procedure

1. Drain the engine coolant. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling.
2. Disconnect the radiator hose.

3. Remove the 2 nuts (1, 2) and disconnect the water inlet from the cylinder block.
4. Remove the thermostat and gasket.

Installation Procedure

1. Install a new gasket onto the thermostat.

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Note: The jiggle valve may be set to within 10 degrees on either side of the indicated
position.

2. Install the thermostat with the jiggle valve upward.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

3. Install the water inlet with the 2 nuts (1, 2) and tighten to 9.0 N·m (80 lb in).
4. Connect the radiator hose.
5. Add the engine coolant. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling
6. Inspect for coolant leaks.
7. Inspect the reservoir tank engine coolant level. Refer to Cooling System Leak Testing.

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Engine Coolant Thermostat Replacement (1.8L)

Removal Procedure

1. Drain the engine coolant. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling.

2. Remove the 2 nuts (1, 2) and water inlet.

3. Remove the thermostat (1) and gasket.

4. Remove the gasket from the thermostat.
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Inspection Procedure

Note: The valve opening temperature is inscribed on the thermostat.

1. Inspect thermostat.

2. Immerse the thermostat in water and then gradually heat the water.

Note: If the valve opening temperature is not as specified, replace the thermostat.

3. Inspect the standard valve opening temperature of the thermostat.

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Specification
Standard valve opening temperature - 80-84°C (176-183°F).

Note: If the valve lift is not as specified, replace the thermostat.

4. Check the valve lift (a).

Standard valve lift: 10 mm (0.394 in) or more at 95°C (203°F)

Note: If it is not fully closed, replace the thermostat.

5. Inspect that the valve is fully closed when the thermostat is at low temperatures, below 77°C
(171°F).

Installation Procedure

1. Install the thermostat.

2. Install a new gasket on the thermostat.

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Note: The jiggle valve (1) may be set to within 10 degrees on either side of the indicated
position.

3. Install the thermostat to the water inlet with the jiggle valve (1) upward.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

4. Install the water inlet with the 2 nuts (1, 2) and tighten to 10 N·m (7 lb ft).
5. Add the engine coolant. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling
6. Inspect for coolant leaks. Refer to Cooling System Leak Testing.

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Radiator Replacement (1.8L)

Removal Procedure

1. Remove the left engine under cover.

2. Remove the right engine under cover.
3. Remove the front bumper assembly. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Replacement.

Warning: Refer to Battery Disconnect Warning in the Preface section.

4. Disconnect cable from negative battery terminal. Refer to Battery Negative Cable
Disconnection and Connection.
5. Drain the engine coolant. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling.
6. Remove the battery. Refer to Battery Replacement.
7. Remove the thermistor assembly.

8. Disconnect the radiator reservoir tank hose (1) from the radiator assembly.

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9. Disconnect the upper radiator hose (1) from the radiator assembly.

10. Disconnect the lower radiator hose (1) from the radiator assembly.
11. Disconnect the oil cooler hose.

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12. Remove the 2 bolts and 2 upper radiator supports (1, 2).
13. Remove the 2 support cushions from the 2 upper radiator supports.
14. Disconnect the hood lock assembly.

15. Separate the water by-pass hose (1) from the 3 clamps.
16. Disconnect the water by-pass hose from the radiator assembly.

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17. Remove the 2 bolts (1, 2) and the hood lock support subassembly.

18. Disconnect the horn connector (1).

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19. Remove the 4 bolts (1, 2, 3, 4) and upper radiator support subassembly.

20. Remove the 2 bolts (1, 2), disengage the 2 claws, and remove the fan shroud from the
radiator assembly.

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21. Disconnect the cooling fan motor connector (1) and wire harness clamp.

Note: For vehicles with the air conditioning system, do not apply any excessive force to the
cooler condenser assembly or pipe when removing the radiator assembly.

22. Remove the radiator assembly with the fan shroud.

23. Remove the 2 lower radiator supports.

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24. Disconnect the 2 oil cooler hoses (1, 3) from the radiator.
25. Remove the 2 bolts and oil cooler hose.

26. Remove the 2 bolts and fan shroud from the radiator assembly.

Installation Procedure

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

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1. Install the fan shroud to the radiator assembly with the 2 bolts and tighten to 7.0 N·m
(62 lb in).

2. Install the oil cooler hoses with the 2 bolts (2, 4) and tighten to 5.5 N·m (49 lb in).
3. Connect the 2 oil cooler hoses (1, 3) to the radiator.
4. Install the 2 lower radiator supports.

Note: For vehicles with the air conditioning system, do not apply any excessive force to the
cooler condenser assembly or pipe when installing the radiator assembly.

5. Install the radiator assembly with the fan shroud.

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6. Connect the cooling fan motor connector (1) and wire harness clamp.

7. Engage the 2 claws and install the fan shroud to the radiator assembly with the 2 bolts (1, 2)
and tighten to 7.0 N·m (62 lb in).

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8. Install the upper radiator support sub-assembly with the 4 bolts (1, 2, 3, 4) and tighten to
5.5 N·m (49 lb in).

9. Connect the horn connector (1).

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10. Install the hood lock support sub-assembly with the 2 bolts (1, 2) and tighten to 7.0 N·m
(62 lb in).

11. Install the water by-pass hose (1) with the 3 clamps.
12. Connect the water by-pass hose to the radiator assembly with the clamp.
13. Install the hood lock assembly.
14. Install the 2 radiator support cushions to the 2 upper radiator supports.

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15. Install the 2 upper radiator supports (1, 2) with the 2 bolts and tighten to 19 N·m
(14 lb ft).
16. Connect oil cooler hose.

17. Connect the lower radiator hose (1) to the radiator assembly with the clamp.

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18. Connect the upper radiator hose (1) to the radiator assembly with the clamp.

19. Connect the radiator reservoir tank hose (1) to the radiator assembly with the clamp.
20. Install the thermistor assembly.
21. Install the battery. Refer to Battery Replacement.
22. Connect the cable to negative battery terminal.
23. Add the engine coolant. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling.
24. Inspect for coolant leaks.
25. Inspect the reservoir tank engine coolant level.
26. Install the front bumper assembly. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Replacement.
27. Adjust fog light alignment. Refer to Fog Lamp Aiming.
28. Install left engine under cover.
29. Install right engine under cover.

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2009 Pontiac Vibe - AWD | Vibe (VIN S) Service Manual | Engine | Engine Cooling | Repair Instructions |
Document ID: 2047647

Radiator Replacement (2.4L)

Removal Procedure

Warning: Refer to Battery Disconnect Warning in the Preface section.

1. Disconnect cable from negative battery terminal. Refer to Battery Negative Cable
Disconnection and Connection.
2. Remove the left engine under cover.
3. Remove the right engine under cover.
4. Drain the engine coolant. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling.
5. Remove the battery. Refer to Battery Replacement.
6. Remove the front bumper assembly. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Replacement.
7. Remove the thermistor assembly.

8. Disconnect the radiator reservoir tank hose (1) from the radiator assembly.

© 2010 General Motors Corporation. All rights reserved.

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9. Disconnect the upper radiator hose (1) from the radiator assembly.

10. Disconnect the lower radiator hose (1) from the radiator assembly.
11. Disconnect the oil cooler hose.

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23. Connect the radiator reservoir tank hose (1) to the radiator assembly with the clamp.
24. Install the thermistor assembly.
25. Install the battery. Refer to Battery Replacement.
26. Connect the cable to negative battery terminal.
27. Add the engine coolant. Cooling System Draining and Filling.
28. Inspect for coolant leaks.
29. Inspect the reservoir tank engine coolant level.
30. Install front bumper assembly. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Replacement.
31. Vehicle preparation for fog light aiming adjustment with fog light.
32. Inspect the fog light alignment. Refer to Fog Lamp Aiming.

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