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Thermostat Bypass Pipes Replacement 6.6L Engine

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 699331  Size: SH
  1. Remove the thermostat housing. Refer to Thermostat Housing Crossover Replacement .
  2. Remove the thermostat bypass pipe and O-ring seal from the thermostat housing.
  3. Remove and discard the O-ring seal.
  4. Clean the sealing surfaces of the bypass pipe.
  5. Clean the water pump and the thermostat housing crossover sealing surfaces.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 699331  Size: SH
  1. Install a new O-ring seal on the thermostat bypass pipe.
  2. Lightly lubricate the O-ring seal with coolant.
  3. Install a new O-ring seal for the bypass pipe to the water pump.
  4. Install the bypass pipe in the thermostat housing.
  5. Install the thermostat housing. Refer to Thermostat Housing Crossover Replacement .