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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Pontiac 🢒 2001 🢒 Firebird 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Cooling 🢒 Coolant Recovery Reservoir Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 221645 Size: SH
  1. Remove the battery. Refer to Battery Replacement in Engine Electrical.
  2. Reposition the reservoir hose clamp at the radiator.
  3. Remove the reservoir hose from the radiator.

    4. Object Number: 221646 Size: SH
  4. Remove the accelerator and cruise control servo cable bolts, if equipped with the 5.7L engine.
  5. Reposition the servo cable adjuster, if equipped with the 5.7L engine.

    6. Object Number: 221653 Size: SH
  6. Remove the coolant recovery reservoir bolt.

    7. Object Number: 221650 Size: SH
  7. Remove the wiring harness rosebud clip at the reservoir neck.
  8. Remove the coolant recovery reservoir.

    9. Object Number: 221663 Size: SH
  9. Remove the reservoir hose from the reservoir.
  10. Clean out the reservoir with soap and water. Thoroughly rinse the reservoir.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 221663 Size: SH
  1. Install the reservoir hose to the reservoir.
  2. Install the coolant recovery reservoir.

    3. Object Number: 221650 Size: SH
  3. Install the wiring harness rosebud clip at the reservoir neck.

    4. Object Number: 221653 Size: SH

    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.

  4. Install the reservoir bolt.

    5. Tighten
    Tighten the coolant recovery reservoir bolt to 12 N·m (106 lb in).


    Object Number: 221646 Size: SH
  5. Position the servo cable adjuster, if equipped with the 5.7L engine.
  6. Install the servo cable bolts, if equipped with the 5.7L engine.

    7. Tighten
    Tighten the accelerator and cruise control servo cable adjuster bolts to 8 N·m (71 lb in).


    Object Number: 221645 Size: SH
  7. Install the reservoir hose to the radiator.
  8. Position the reservoir hose clamp at the radiator.
  9. Install the battery. Refer to Battery Replacement in Engine Electrical.
  10. Add engine coolant to the FULL COLD mark on the reservoir.