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Engine Cooling System: Removal & Installation Cadillac SRX II facelift

Cooling System (Mechanical) 18 illustrations ~1190 words

Removal Procedure

  1. Drain the cooling system. Refer to «Cooling System Draining and Filling (Static Fill LF1)»(ref-644718-S00232456442014072300000) , «Cooling System Draining and Filling (GE 47716)»(ref-644718-S35370745522014072300000) .
  2. Remove the intake manifold cover. Refer to «Intake Manifold Cover Replacement»(ref-644732-S38415281782014072300000) .
  3. Disengage tension on the radiator inlet hose clamp (1) at the radiator using BO-38185 Hose Clamp Pliers.
  4. Remove the radiator inlet hose (2) from the radiator.
  5. Unclip radiator inlet hose connector (1) and remove the radiator inlet hose (2) from the engine.
  6. Remove the radiator inlet hose from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure

  1. Install radiator inlet hose to the vehicle.
  2. Clip the radiator inlet hose (2) to the engine.
  3. Install the radiator inlet hose (2) to the radiator.
  4. Engage tension on the radiator inlet hose clamp (1) at the radiator using BO-38185 Hose Clamp Pliers.
  5. Install the intake manifold cover. Refer to «Intake Manifold Cover Replacement»(ref-644732-S38415281782014072300000) .
  6. Fill the cooling system. Refer to «Cooling System Draining and Filling (Static Fill LF1)»(ref-644718-S00232456442014072300000) , «Cooling System Draining and Filling (GE 47716)»(ref-644718-S35370745522014072300000) .
  1. Drain the cooling system. Refer to «Cooling System Draining and Filling (Static Fill LF1)»(ref-644718-S00232456442014072300000) , «Cooling System Draining and Filling (GE 47716)»(ref-644718-S35370745522014072300000) .
  2. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to «Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle»(ref-644691-S41218068962014072300000) .
  3. Remove the radiator air lower deflector. Refer to «Radiator Air Lower Deflector Replacement»(ref-644705-S13733901552014072300000) .
  4. Disengage tension on the radiator outlet hose clamp (1) at the radiator using BO-38185 Hose Clamp Pliers.
  5. Remove the radiator outlet hose (2) from the radiator.
  6. Disengage tension on the radiator outlet hose clamp (1) at the engine using BO-38185 Hose Clamp Pliers.
  7. Remove the radiator outlet hose (2) from the engine.
  8. Remove the radiator outlet hose from the vehicle.
  1. Install radiator outlet hose to the vehicle.
  2. Install the radiator outlet hose (2) to the engine.
  3. Engage tension on the radiator outlet hose clamp (1) at the engine using BO-38185 Hose Clamp Pliers.
  4. Install the radiator outlet hose (2) to the radiator.
  5. Engage tension on the radiator outlet hose clamp (1) at the radiator using BO-38185 Hose Clamp Pliers.
  6. Install the radiator air lower deflector. Refer to «Radiator Air Lower Deflector Replacement»(ref-644705-S13733901552014072300000) .
  7. Lower the vehicle.
  8. Fill the cooling system. Refer to «Cooling System Draining and Filling (Static Fill LF1)»(ref-644718-S00232456442014072300000) , «Cooling System Draining and Filling (GE 47716)»(ref-644718-S35370745522014072300000) .

Scheme 3

Scheme 3: Engine Coolant Fan Replacement (LF1, LFW or LFX)
Scheme 3: Engine Coolant Fan Replacement (LF1, LFW or LFX)
CalloutComponent Name
Preliminary Procedures Remove the cooling fan shroud. Refer to Cooling Fan and Shroud Replacement (LF1, LFW or LFX)
1Cooling Fan Retainer
2Cooling Fan

Engine Coolant Fan Replacement (LF1, LFW or LFX)

Scheme 4

Scheme 4: Engine Coolant Fan Motor Replacement (LF1)
Scheme 4: Engine Coolant Fan Motor Replacement (LF1)
CalloutComponent Name
Preliminary Procedures Remove the cooling fan. Refer to Engine Coolant Fan Replacement (LF1, LFW or LFX)
1Cooling Fan Motor Bolts (Qty 3) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten 7 N.m (62 lb in)
2Cooling Fan Motor Procedure Unclip cooling fan motor wiring harness from cooling fan shroud.
CAUTION
Refer to Fastener Caution .

Engine Coolant Fan Motor Replacement (LF1)

Scheme 5

Scheme 5: Cooling Fan and Shroud Replacement (LF1, LFW or LFX)
Scheme 5: Cooling Fan and Shroud Replacement (LF1, LFW or LFX)
CalloutComponent Name
Preliminary Procedures Reposition radiator forward. Refer to Radiator Replacement (LF1,LFW, or LFX)
1Cooling Fan Shroud Bolts (Qty 2) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten 8 N.m (70 lb in)
2Cooling Fan Shroud Procedure Disconnect cooling fan motor wiring harness. Disconnect cooling fan resistor wiring harness.
CAUTION
Refer to Fastener Caution .

Cooling Fan and Shroud Replacement (LF1, LFW or LFX)

Scheme 6

Scheme 6: Engine Coolant Fan Resistor Replacement - Right Side (LF1)
Scheme 6: Engine Coolant Fan Resistor Replacement - Right Side (LF1)
CalloutComponent Name
Preliminary Procedures Disconnect the engine cooling fan resistor electrical connector.
1Engine Cooling Fan Resistor Fasteners CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten 5.4 N.m (48 lb in)
2Engine Cooling Fan Resistor
CAUTION
Refer to Fastener Caution .

Engine Coolant Fan Resistor Replacement - Right Side (LF1)

Scheme 7

Scheme 7: Engine Coolant Fan Resistor Replacement - Left Side (LF1)
Scheme 7: Engine Coolant Fan Resistor Replacement - Left Side (LF1)
CalloutComponent Name
Preliminary Procedures Disconnect the engine cooling fan resistor electrical connector.
1Engine Cooling Fan Resistor Fasteners CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten 5.4 N.m (48 lb in)
2Engine Cooling Fan Resistor
CAUTION
Refer to Fastener Caution .

Engine Coolant Fan Resistor Replacement - Left Side (LF1)

Scheme 8

Scheme 8: Engine Coolant Level Indicator Module Replacement
Scheme 8: Engine Coolant Level Indicator Module Replacement
CalloutComponent Name
Preliminary Procedures Remove radiator surge tank. Refer to Radiator Surge Tank Replacement (LF1,LFW, or LFX)
1Engine Coolant Level Indicator Module TIP: Unplug electrical connector from engine coolant level indicator module.

Engine Coolant Level Indicator Module Replacement

Scheme 9

Scheme 9: Engine Coolant Thermostat Housing Replacement (LFW, LFX)
Scheme 9: Engine Coolant Thermostat Housing Replacement (LFW, LFX)
CalloutComponent Name
Preliminary Procedure Drain the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling (Static Fill LF1) , Cooling System Draining and Filling (GE 47716) . Remove the intake manifold cover. Refer to Intake Manifold Cover Replacement . Remove the fuel pipe shield. Refer to Fuel Pipe Shield Replacement . Remove the battery tray. Refer to Battery Tray Replacement .
1Heater Outlet Hose
2Heater Inlet Hose
3Surge Tank Hose
4Radiator Outlet Hose
5Engine Coolant Thermostat Housing Fasteners (Qty: 3) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten 10 N.m (88 lb in)
6Engine Cooling Thermostat Housing Procedure Remove the engine coolant hoses. Clean the engine block and thermostat gasket surfaces. Replace the gasket and any damaged hoses.
CAUTION
Refer to Fastener Caution .

Engine Coolant Thermostat Housing Replacement (LFW, LFX)

Scheme 10

Scheme 10: Engine Coolant Thermostat Replacement (LFW, LFX)
Scheme 10: Engine Coolant Thermostat Replacement (LFW, LFX)
CalloutComponent Name
Preliminary Procedure Remove the engine cooling thermostat housing. Refer to Engine Coolant Thermostat Housing Replacement (LFW, LFX) .
1Engine Cooling Thermostat Fasteners (Qty: 3) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten 10 N.m (88 lb in)
2Engine Cooling Thermostat Gasket NOTE: Replace with NEW gasket.
3Engine Cooling Thermostat Procedure Clean the engine block and the thermostat gasket surfaces. Replace the gasket and any worn hoses.
CAUTION
Refer to Fastener Caution .
NOTE
Replace with NEW gasket.

Engine Coolant Thermostat Replacement (LFW, LFX)

Scheme 11

Scheme 11: Engine Coolant Air Bleed Pipe Replacement (LFW, LFX)
Scheme 11: Engine Coolant Air Bleed Pipe Replacement (LFW, LFX)
CalloutComponent Name
Preliminary Procedure Partially drain the coolant system. Remove the intake manifold cover. Refer to Intake Manifold Cover Replacement . Reposition the power steering fluid reservoir. Refer to Power Steering Fluid Reservoir Replacement (LF1, LFW, or LFX) Remove the air cleaner outlet duct. Refer to Air Cleaner Outlet Duct Replacement .
1Engine Coolant Air Bleed Pipe Fastener CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten 10Y (88 lb in)
2Retainer
3Engine Coolant Air Bleed Pipe
CAUTION
Refer to Fastener Caution .

Engine Coolant Air Bleed Pipe Replacement (LFW, LFX)

Scheme 12

Scheme 12: Water Outlet Replacement
Scheme 12: Water Outlet Replacement
CalloutComponent Name
Preliminary Procedure Drain the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling (Static Fill LF1) , Cooling System Draining and Filling (GE 47716) . Remove the right engine mount bracket. Refer to Engine Mount Replacement - Right Side . Remove the radiator inlet hose from the water outlet. Refer to Radiator Inlet Hose Replacement (LF1, LFW or LFX) . Remove the engine coolant air bleed pipe from the water outlet. Refer to Engine Coolant Air Bleed Pipe Replacement (LFW, LFX) .
1Bolt (Qty: 2) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten 10 N.m (88 lb in)
2Water Outlet
3Seal NOTE: Clean the surfaces and replace the seal.
CAUTION
Refer to Fastener Caution .
NOTE
Clean the surfaces and replace the seal.

Water Outlet Replacement

  1. Drain the cooling system. Refer to «Cooling System Draining and Filling (Static Fill LF1)»(ref-644718-S00232456442014072300000) , «Cooling System Draining and Filling (GE 47716)»(ref-644718-S35370745522014072300000) .
  2. Remove the generator drive belt. Refer to «Drive Belt Replacement»(ref-644732-S34958547892014072300000) .
  3. Use the EN 46104 water pump pulley holder (1) to retain the pulley.
  4. Remove the water pump pulley fasteners and DISCARD the fasteners.
  5. Remove the water pump pulley.
  6. Remove the water pump fasteners and DISCARD the fasteners.
  7. Remove the water pump.
  8. Remove and DISCARD the water pump seal.
  9. Carefully clean the water pump sealing surfaces.
  1. Install a NEW water pump seal.
  2. Install the water pump.
  3. Install the NEW water pump fasteners and hand tighten the water pump fasteners.
  4. Tighten the water pump fasteners in sequence. On the initial pass, tighten the fasteners in sequence to 10 (89 lb in). On the second pass, tighten the fasteners in sequence to 10 (89 lb in). On the final pass, tighten the fasteners in sequence shown an additional 45 degrees.
  5. Install the water pump pulley and the NEW water pump pulley fasteners.
  6. Use the EN 46104 water pump pulley holder (1) to hold the pulley.
  7. Install the water pump pulley fasteners and tighten to 12 (108 lb in) .
  8. Install the generator drive belt. Refer to «Drive Belt Replacement»(ref-644732-S34958547892014072300000) .
  9. Fill the cooling system. Refer to «Cooling System Draining and Filling (Static Fill LF1)»(ref-644718-S00232456442014072300000) , «Cooling System Draining and Filling (GE 47716)»(ref-644718-S35370745522014072300000) .

Scheme 13

Scheme 13: Radiator Drain Cock Replacement (LF1, LFW or LFX)
Scheme 13: Radiator Drain Cock Replacement (LF1, LFW or LFX)
CalloutComponent Name
Preliminary Procedures Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle Remove the radiator air lower deflector. Refer to Radiator Air Lower Deflector Replacement Place a drain pan under the left side lower radiator mount.
1Radiator Drain Cock

Radiator Drain Cock Replacement (LF1, LFW or LFX)

  1. Drain the cooling system. Refer to «Cooling System Draining and Filling (Static Fill LF1)»(ref-644718-S00232456442014072300000) , «Cooling System Draining and Filling (GE 47716)»(ref-644718-S35370745522014072300000) .
  2. Remove the front bumper facia. Refer to «Front Bumper Fascia Replacement»(ref-644705-S24926557032014072300000)
  3. Remove the front compartment front sight shield. Refer to «Front Compartment Front Sight Shield Replacement»(ref-644722-S16526923742014072300000)
  4. Remove the primary latch bracket. Refer to «Hood Primary Latch Bracket Replacement»(ref-644722-S22027349402014072300000)
  5. Remove the cooling fan and shroud. Refer to «Cooling Fan and Shroud Replacement (LF1, LFW or LFX)»(ref-644718-S30762211602014072300000)
  6. Remove the radiator air upper seal. Refer to «Radiator Air Upper Seal Replacement»(ref-644718-S01047928532014072300000)
  7. Remove the radiator air lower seal. Refer to «Radiator Air Lower Seal Replacement»(ref-644718-S42074331892014072300000)
  8. Remove the radiator air side seal. Refer to «Radiator Air Seal Replacement»(ref-644718-S03309816572014072300000)
  9. Remove the radiator air side baffels. Refer to «Radiator Air Side Baffle Replacement - Left Side»(ref-644718-S20531578582014072300000) , and «Radiator Air Side Baffle Replacement - Right Side»(ref-644718-S17570791322014072300000)
  10. Remove the air conditioning condenser. Refer to «Air Conditioning Condenser Replacement»(ref-644713-S09818237822014072300000)
  11. Remove the radiator inlet hose. Refer to «Radiator Inlet Hose Replacement (LF1, LFW or LFX)»(ref-644718-S00978669462014072300000)
  12. Remove the radiator outlet hose. Refer to «Radiator Outlet Hose Replacement (LF1, LFW or LFX)»(ref-644718-S33777765342014072300000)
  13. Remove the radiator upper support bracket bolts (1).
  14. Remove the radiator upper support brackets (2).
  15. Remove the radiator (1) from the vehicle.
  1. Install the radiator (1) to the vehicle.
  2. Install the radiator upper support brackets (2).
  3. Install the radiator upper support bracket bolts (1) and tighten to 9 N.m (80 lb in).
  4. Install the radiator outlet hose. Refer to «Radiator Outlet Hose Replacement (LF1, LFW or LFX)»(ref-644718-S33777765342014072300000)
  5. Install the radiator inlet hose. Refer to «Radiator Inlet Hose Replacement (LF1, LFW or LFX)»(ref-644718-S00978669462014072300000)
  6. Install the air conditioning condenser. Refer to «Air Conditioning Condenser Replacement»(ref-644713-S09818237822014072300000)
  7. Install the radiator air side baffels. Refer to «Radiator Air Side Baffle Replacement - Left Side»(ref-644718-S20531578582014072300000) , and «Radiator Air Side Baffle Replacement - Right Side»(ref-644718-S17570791322014072300000)
  8. Install the radiator air side seal. Refer to «Radiator Air Seal Replacement»(ref-644718-S03309816572014072300000)
  9. Install the radiator air lower seal. Refer to «Radiator Air Lower Seal Replacement»(ref-644718-S42074331892014072300000)
  10. Install the radiator air upper seal. Refer to «Radiator Air Upper Seal Replacement»(ref-644718-S01047928532014072300000)
  11. Install the cooling fan and shroud. Refer to «Cooling Fan and Shroud Replacement (LF1, LFW or LFX)»(ref-644718-S30762211602014072300000)
  12. Install the primary latch bracket. Refer to «Hood Primary Latch Bracket Replacement»(ref-644722-S22027349402014072300000)
  13. Install the front compartment front sight shield. Refer to «Front Compartment Front Sight Shield Replacement»(ref-644722-S16526923742014072300000)
  14. Install the front bumper facia. Refer to «Front Bumper Fascia Replacement»(ref-644705-S24926557032014072300000)
  15. Fill the cooling system. Refer to «Cooling System Draining and Filling (Static Fill LF1)»(ref-644718-S00232456442014072300000) , «Cooling System Draining and Filling (GE 47716)»(ref-644718-S35370745522014072300000) .

Scheme 14

Scheme 14: Radiator Air Side Baffle Replacement - Left Side
Scheme 14: Radiator Air Side Baffle Replacement - Left Side
CalloutComponent Name
Preliminary Procedures Remove front bumper facia. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Replacement
1Radiator Air Side Baffle And Deflector Retainers (Qty 3)
2Radiator Air Side Baffle And Deflector Left

Radiator Air Side Baffle Replacement - Left Side

Scheme 15

Scheme 15: Radiator Air Side Baffle Replacement - Right Side
Scheme 15: Radiator Air Side Baffle Replacement - Right Side
CalloutComponent Name
Preliminary Procedures Remove front bumper facia.. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Replacement
1Radiator Air Side Baffle And Deflector Retainers (Qty 3)
2Radiator Air Side Baffle And Deflector Right

Radiator Air Side Baffle Replacement - Right Side

Scheme 16

Scheme 16: Radiator Air Seal Replacement
Scheme 16: Radiator Air Seal Replacement
CalloutComponent Name
Preliminary Procedures Remove the front bumper fascia. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Replacement Unbolt and reposition the air conditioning condenser. Refer to Air Conditioning Condenser Replacement
1Radiator Air Seal Retainers (Qty 4)
2Radiator Air Seal

Radiator Air Seal Replacement

Scheme 17

Scheme 17: Radiator Air Upper Seal Replacement
Scheme 17: Radiator Air Upper Seal Replacement
CalloutComponent Name
Preliminary Procedures Remove the front bumper fascia upper support. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Upper Support Replacement
1Radiator Air Upper Seal Retainers (Qty 8)
2Radiator Air Upper Seal

Radiator Air Upper Seal Replacement

Scheme 18

Scheme 18: Radiator Air Lower Seal Replacement
Scheme 18: Radiator Air Lower Seal Replacement
CalloutComponent Name
Preliminary Procedures Remove the radiator air lower deflector. Refer to Radiator Air Lower Deflector Replacement
1Radiator Air Lower Seal Retainers (Qty 4)
2Radiator Air Lower Seal

Radiator Air Lower Seal Replacement

Scheme 19

Scheme 19: Engine Coolant Heater Replacement (LFW, LFX)
Scheme 19: Engine Coolant Heater Replacement (LFW, LFX)
CalloutComponent Name
Preliminary Procedure Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle . Disconnect the engine coolant heater cord.
1Engine Coolant Heater TIP: Be careful not to score inner surface of the engine block when removing coolant heater.

Engine Coolant Heater Replacement (LFW, LFX)

Scheme 20

Scheme 20: Coolant Heater Cord Replacement (LFW, LFX)
Scheme 20: Coolant Heater Cord Replacement (LFW, LFX)
CalloutComponent Name
Preliminary Procedure Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
1Retainer CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
2Coolant Heater Cord
CAUTION
Refer to Fastener Caution .

Coolant Heater Cord Replacement (LFW, LFX)

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