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Water Outlet Tube Replacement 6.6L Engine

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 813243  Size: SH
  1. Loosen the outlet duct clamp at the upper intake manifold cover.
  2. Remove the upper intake manifold cover from the outlet duct.
  3. Remove the upper intake manifold cover.
  4. Drain the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling .

  5. Object Number: 674532  Size: SH
  6. Remove the radiator inlet hose from the water outlet tube.

  7. Object Number: 699749  Size: SH
  8. Remove the bolt and wiring harness bracket at the thermostat housing.

  9. Object Number: 668427  Size: SH
  10. Disconnect the turbocharger coolant return hose from the turbocharger bypass valve.

  11. Object Number: 687052  Size: SH
  12. Remove the turbocharger bypass valve and sealing washer from the water outlet tube.

  13. Object Number: 699329  Size: SH
  14. Remove the water outlet bolts.
  15. Remove the water outlet.
  16. Remove and discard the O-ring seal.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 699329  Size: SH
  1. Install a NEW O-ring seal onto the water outlet.
  2. Lightly lubricate the O-ring seal with coolant.
  3. Install the water outlet.
  4. 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.

  5. Install the water outlet tube bolts.
  6. Tighten
    Tighten the bolt to 21 N·m (15 lb ft).


    Object Number: 687052  Size: SH
  7. Install the turbocharger bypass valve and washer.
  8. Tighten
    Tighten the valve to 60 N·m (44 lb ft).


    Object Number: 668427  Size: SH
  9. Connect the turbocharger coolant return hose to the turbocharger bypass valve.

  10. Object Number: 699749  Size: SH
  11. Install the bolt and wiring harness bracket to the thermostat housing.
  12. Tighten
    Tighten the bolt to 8 N·m (71 lb in).


    Object Number: 674532  Size: SH
  13. Install the radiator inlet hose to the water outlet tube.
  14. Fill the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling .

  15. Object Number: 813243  Size: SH
  16. Install the upper intake manifold cover.
  17. Install the upper intake manifold cover to the outlet duct.
  18. Tighten the outlet clamp at the upper intake manifold cover.
  19. Tighten
    Tighten the clamp to 6 N·m (53 lb in).