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Tools Required

J 21882 Oil Suction Pipe Installer


    Object Number: 54962  Size: SH
  1. Remove the engine coolant temperature sensor.

  2. Object Number: 69942  Size: SH
  3. Remove the intake manifold coolant pipe bolt, if required.
  4. Remove the intake manifold coolant pipe, if required.

  5. Object Number: 843900  Size: SH

    Important: Use GM P/N 12346139 (Canadian P/N 10953463) or equivalent to clean the intake manifold mating surfaces.

  6. Clean the intake manifold gasket mating surfaces.
  7. Clean the fuel injector bores.
  8. Inspect the threaded holes for damage.
  9. Inspect the intake manifold mating surfaces for damage.
  10. Repair or replace the intake manifold as necessary.


    Object Number: 69939  Size: SH
  11. Apply sealant GM P/N 12345493 (Canadian P/N 10953488) to the end of a new intake manifold coolant pipe.
  12. Install the intake manifold coolant pipe using the J 21882 .
  13. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  14. Install the intake manifold coolant pipe bolt.
  15. Tighten
    Tighten the intake manifold coolant pipe bolt to 10 N·m (89 lb in).


    Object Number: 54962  Size: SH
  16. Apply sealant GM P/N 12346004 (Canadian P/N 10953480) or equivalent to the threads of the engine coolant temperature sensor.
  17. Install the engine coolant temperature sensor.
  18. Tighten
    Tighten the engine coolant temperature sensor to 23 N·m (17 lb ft).