Chevrolet Trax: Engine coolant thermostat replacement (LUV, LUJ)
Removal Procedure
- Drain the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling.
- Remove the air cleaner outlet duct. Refer to Air Cleaner Outlet Duct
Replacement .
Fig. 63: Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Connector And Radiator Outlet Hose
- Remove the engine coolant temperature sensor connector (1).
- Disconnect the radiator outlet hose connector (2) from the engine
coolant thermostat and reposition. Refer
to Radiator Outlet Hose Connector Replacement - Engine Side (LUJ, LUV).
Fig. 64: Thermostat, Water Inlet Pipe & Components
- Remove the water inlet pipe mounting fasteners (1).
- Remove the water inlet seal (3) and discard.
- Remove the thermostat (4).
Installation Procedure
- Clean the sealing surface.
Fig. 65: Thermostat, Water Inlet Pipe & Components
- Install the engine thermostat (4) into the water inlet pipe (2) with a
NEW seal (3).
- Tighten the water inlet pipe mounting fasteners (1) to 9 N.m (80 lb in).
Fig. 66: Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Connector And Radiator Outlet Hose
- Install the radiator outlet hose connector (2) to the engine coolant
thermostat. Refer to Radiator Outlet
Hose Connector Replacement - Engine Side (LUJ, LUV).
- Connect the engine coolant temperature sensor connector (1).
- Install the air cleaner outlet duct. Refer to Air Cleaner Outlet Duct
Replacement .
- Fill the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling.
- After repairs, inspect cooling system for leaks.
ENGINE COOLANT AIR BLEED HOSE REPLACEMENT (2H0)
Fig. 67: Engine Coolant Air Bleed Hose (2HO)
Engine Coolant Air Bleed Hose Replacement (2H0)
ENGINE COOLANT AIR BLEED HOSE REPLACEMENT (LUJ, LUV)
Fig. 68: Engine Coolant Air Bleed Hose (LUV)
Engine Coolant Air Bleed Hose Replacement (LUJ, LUV)
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Removal Procedure
Drain the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling.
Remove the charge air cooler outlet air hose from the throttle body.
Refer to Charge Air Cooler Outlet
A
Removal Procedure
Disconnect the battery negative cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable
Disconnection and
Connection .
Remove the front bumper fascia. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Replacement
SEE MORE:
Fig. 10: Routine Inspection Checksheet (1 Of 2)
Fig. 11: Routine Inspection Checksheet (2 Of 2)
ROUTINE INSPECTION - UICS
BRAKE SYSTEMS
NOTE: Some states may have specifications that differ from OEM.
Check your
local/state regulations. Where state or local laws are stricter, they take
preceden
Removal Procedure
WARNING: Refer to Approved Equipment for Collision Repair Warning
WARNING: Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Warning .
NOTE: The body side frame rocker reinforcement is made of Ultra
High Strength
Dual Phase Steel and should be replaced only at factory joints. Repairing
or s