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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2007IMPALA V6-3.5LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE, COOLING AND EXHAUSTENGINECYLINDER BLOCK ASSEMBLYENGINE BLOCK HEATERSERVICE AND REPAIRCOOLANT HEATER REPLACEMENT
2007 Chevrolet Impala V6-3.5L
Coolant Heater Replacement
2007 Chevrolet Impala V6-3.5LSECTION Coolant Heater Replacement
Coolant Heater Replacement (RPOs LZE, LZ4, LZ8)
Removal Procedure
1. Drain the cooling system. Refer to Draining and Filling Cooling System (9C1, 9C3 Static Fill) Draining and Filling Cooling System (LS4 GE 47716 Fill) Draining and Filling Cooling System (LS4 Static Fill) Draining and Filling Cooling System (LZE, LZ4, LZ8, 9C1, 9C3, GE47716 Fill) Draining and Filling Cooling System (LZE, LZ4, LZ8 Static Fill).
2. Disconnect the engine coolant heater cord (2) from the engine coolant heater.
3. Remove the engine coolant heater.
4. Clean the engine coolant heater opening.
Installation Procedure
1. Apply sealer GM P/N 12346004 (Canadian P/N 10953480) or equivalent to the threads of the engine coolant heater, if necessary.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.
2. Install the engine coolant heater.
Tighten the coolant heater to 60 N.m (44 lb ft).
3. Connect the engine coolant heater cord (2) to the engine coolant heater.
4. Lower the vehicle.
5. Fill the cooling system. Refer to Draining and Filling Cooling System (9C1, 9C3 Static Fill) Draining and Filling Cooling System (LS4 GE 47716 Fill) Draining and Filling Cooling System (LS4 Static Fill) Draining and Filling Cooling System (LZE, LZ4, LZ8, 9C1, 9C3, GE47716 Fill) Draining and Filling Cooling System (LZE, LZ4, LZ8 Static Fill).
6. Inspect for leaks.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.