Coolant Heater Replacement

Coolant Heater Replacement (RPO LS4)

Removal Procedure




1. Drain the cooling system. Refer to Draining and Filling Cooling System (9C1, 9C3 Static Fill) Draining and Filling Cooling System (LS4 GE 47716 Fill) Draining and Filling Cooling System (LS4 Static Fill) Draining and Filling Cooling System (LZE, LZ4, LZ8, 9C1, 9C3, GE47716 Fill) Draining and Filling Cooling System (LZE, LZ4, LZ8 Static Fill).
2. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
3. Disconnect the coolant heater cord from the coolant heater.
4. Remove the coolant heater (114) and washer (115).
5. Remove and clean any burrs, compound, paint, or rough spots from the core plug hole.

Installation Procedure




1. Apply a 3.175 mm (0.125 in) bead of sealant, GM P/N 12346004 (Canadian P/N 10953480) or equivalent to the coolant heater.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.

2. Install the coolant heater (114) and washer (115).

Tighten the coolant heater to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).

3. Connect the coolant heater cord to the coolant heater.
4. Lower the vehicle.
5. Fill the cooling system. Refer to Draining and Filling Cooling System (9C1, 9C3 Static Fill) Draining and Filling Cooling System (LS4 GE 47716 Fill) Draining and Filling Cooling System (LS4 Static Fill) Draining and Filling Cooling System (LZE, LZ4, LZ8, 9C1, 9C3, GE47716 Fill) Draining and Filling Cooling System (LZE, LZ4, LZ8 Static Fill).