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81. Coolant Air Bleed Pipe Installation


Important: Install the pipe gaskets properly onto the pipe.

Position the gasket O-ring seal onto the nipple portion of the pipe.





1. Install the gaskets onto the engine coolant air bleed pipe.

Important: Route the knock sensor wire harness over the top of the engine coolant air bleed pipe. The pipe and knock sensor wire harness should be installed in a manner as to allow the removal of the wire harness without requiring the removal of the pipe.





2. Install the pipe and gaskets onto the cylinder heads.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

3. Install the pipe bolts and studs.
Install the two pipe studs to the front of the engine.
- Tighten the pipe bolts and studs to 12 Nm (106 inch lbs.).





4. Install the hose and clamp (2) onto the pipe.