Engine Coolant Flow Control Valve Replacement
Single Use Fasteners and Components
  • Engine Coolant Thermostat Housing Gasket
  • Oil Level Indicator Tube Seal
Removal Procedure
  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection

    2. Caution: With wheels of the vehicle facing straight ahead, secure the steering wheel utilizing steering column anti-rotation pin, steering column lock, or a strap to prevent rotation. Locking of the steering column will prevent damage and a possible malfunction of the SIR system. The steering wheel must be secured in position before disconnecting the following components:

    • The steering column
    • The intermediate shaft(s)
    • The steering gear

    After disconnecting these components, do not rotate the steering wheel or move the front tires and wheels. Failure to follow this procedure may cause the SIR coil assembly to become un-centered and cause possible damage to the SIR coil. If you think the SIR coil has became un-centered, refer to your specific SIR coil’s centering procedure to re-center SIR Coil.

  2. Secure the steering wheel so it will not turn when the upper intermediate steering shaft and steering column are disconnected.

    3. Object ID: 5485779
  3. Engine Oil Level Indicator(1)»Remove
  4. Drain the cooling system.Cooling System Draining and Filling
  5. Front Wheelhouse Liner- Left Side»Remove—Front Wheelhouse Liner Replacement
  6. Lower the vehicle.

    7. Object ID: 5002170
  7. Mid Intermediate Steering Shaft Bolt(1)»Remove

    8. Object ID: 5002171
  8. Upper Intermediate Steering Shaft(1)@Intermediate Shaft»Separate

    9. Object ID: 5485772
  9. Engine Wiring Harness Bracket Nut(1)»Remove[2x]
  10. Engine Wiring Harness Bracket(2)»Reposition

    11. Object ID: 5485774
  11. Oil Level Indicator Tube Stud(1)»Remove
  12. Clip(2)@Oil Level Indicator Tube»Remove

    13. Object ID: 5485778
  13. Oil Level Indicator Tube Bolt(1)»Remove

    14. Object ID: 5135048
  14. Oil Level Indicator Tube(1)@Lower Crankcase Extension»Remove
  15. Oil Level Indicator Tube Seal(2)»Remove and DISCARD
  16. Place a drain pan under the engine coolant flow control valve.

    17. Object ID: 5630384
  17. Hose Clamp(1)»Disengage[4x]—Hose Clamp Replacement Guidelines - Spring Type
  18. Thermostat Bypass Hose(5)@Engine Coolant Flow Control Valve»Remove
  19. Engine Oil Cooler Coolant Inlet Hose(4)@Engine Coolant Flow Control Valve»Remove
  20. Thermostat Bypass Hose(3)@Engine Coolant Flow Control Valve»Remove
  21. Radiator Inlet Hose(2)@Engine Coolant Flow Control Valve»Remove

    22. Object ID: 5207752
  22. Reposition hoses and clips as necessary.
  23. Electrical Connector(1)@Engine Coolant Flow Control Valve»Disconnect[3x]

    24. Object ID: 5630381
  24. Hose Clamp(1)»Disengage—Hose Clamp Replacement Guidelines - Spring Type
  25. Thermostat Bypass Hose(3)»Remove

    26. Object ID: 5630379
  26. Hose Clamp(1)»Disengage—Hose Clamp Replacement Guidelines - Spring Type
  27. Thermostat Bypass Pipe Bolt(2)»Remove
  28. Exhaust Gas Recirculation Coolant Return Pipe(3)»Remove

    29. Object ID: 5549252
  29. Disconnect electrical connector (1) at the brake master cylinder and position the harness aside.

    30. Object ID: 5630471
  30. Engine Coolant Flow Control Valve Bolt(1)»Remove[6x]
  31. Remove the engine coolant flow control valve (2) through the wheel opening.
  32. Engine Coolant Thermostat Housing Gasket(3)»Remove and DISCARD
  33. Remove the drain pan.
  34. Transfer components as necessary.
Cleaning and Inspection Procedure - Conditional

Note: The following cleaning and inspection and/or overhaul steps are ONLY to be performed as determined necessary based on the condition of the part being removed with the intention of reinstallation.


    Object ID: 5845632
  1. Clean the engine coolant flow control valve (1).
  2. Inspect the engine coolant flow control valve (1).
  3. Replace the engine coolant flow control valve (1) if any damage is found.
Installation Procedure
  1. Clean the sealing surface of the engine block.

    2. Object ID: 5630471
  2. Engine Coolant Thermostat Housing Gasket(3)»Install NEW
  3. Install the engine coolant flow control valve (2) through the wheel opening.

    4. Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution.

  4. Engine Coolant Flow Control Valve Bolt(1)»Install and tighten[6x]—Fastener Specifications
  5. To aid in installation, route the oil level indicator tube into position but do not install it to the lower crankcase extension at this time.

    6. Object ID: 5135048
  6. Oil Level Indicator Tube Seal(2)@Oil Level Indicator Tube»Install NEW
  7. Oil Level Indicator Tube(1)@Lower Crankcase Extension»Install

    8. Object ID: 5549252
  8. Position the wiring harness into place and connect electrical connector (1) at the brake master cylinder.

    9. Object ID: 5207752
  9. Electrical Connector(1)@Engine Coolant Flow Control Valve»Connect[3x]
  10. Install the hoses and clips as necessary.

    11. Object ID: 5630379
  11. Exhaust Gas Recirculation Coolant Return Pipe(3)»Install
  12. Thermostat Bypass Pipe Bolt(2)»Install and tighten—Fastener Specifications
  13. Hose Clamp(1)»Engage—Hose Clamp Replacement Guidelines - Spring Type

    14. Object ID: 5630381
  14. Thermostat Bypass Hose(3)»Install
  15. Hose Clamp(1)»Engage—Hose Clamp Replacement Guidelines - Spring Type

    16. Object ID: 5630384
  16. Radiator Inlet Hose(2)@Engine Coolant Flow Control Valve»Install
  17. Thermostat Bypass Hose(3)@Engine Coolant Flow Control Valve»Install
  18. Engine Oil Cooler Coolant Inlet Hose(4)@Engine Coolant Flow Control Valve»Install
  19. Thermostat Bypass Hose(5)@Engine Coolant Flow Control Valve»Install
  20. Hose Clamp(1)»Engage[4x]—Hose Clamp Replacement Guidelines - Spring Type

    21. Object ID: 5485778
  21. Oil Level Indicator Tube Bolt(1)»Install and tighten—Fastener Specifications

    22. Object ID: 5485774
  22. Clip(2)@Oil Level Indicator Tube»Install
  23. Oil Level Indicator Tube Stud(1)»Install and tighten—Fastener Specifications

    24. Object ID: 5485772
  24. Engine Wiring Harness Bracket(2)»Install
  25. Engine Wiring Harness Bracket Nut(1)»Install and tighten[2x]—Fastener Specifications

    26. Object ID: 5002171
  26. Upper Intermediate Steering Shaft(1)@Intermediate Shaft»Install

    27. Object ID: 5002170
  27. If a NEW threaded component is being installed, loosen the adhesive using a metal pick or similar tool before proceeding. If threaded component is reused, prepare the threaded component using the following steps:
    1. Remove any loose cured adhesive from the external threads of the component using a lint free cloth.
    2. Thread the cleaned component into the internal mating threads and remove to loosen trapped cured adhesive.
    3. Apply thread locking adhesive to the external threads of the component.Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers
    4. Ensure there are no gaps in the thread locking adhesive once applied to the component.

    Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution.

  28. Mid Intermediate Steering Shaft Bolt(1)»Install and tighten—Fastener Specifications
  29. Front Wheelhouse Liner- Left Side»Install—Front Wheelhouse Liner Replacement
  30. Install the negative battery cable to the battery.Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection
  31. Remove the device used to prevent steering column rotation.
  32. Fill the cooling system.Cooling System Draining and Filling

    33. Object ID: 5485779
  33. Engine Oil Level Indicator(1)»Install
  34. Start the engine and check for leaks.