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Old 08-07-2017, 08:31 PM   #31
Stephen12ZL1


 
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Lastly...don't worry about "contents under pressure" when removing these hoses or some serious vacuum sounds, etc. Please don't attempt this on a warm/hot engine. Refill the reservoir with water or 50/50 dexcool and let it burp a little air as gravity will fill the hose to the intercooler pump...this is before you start the engine. Let the level settle to about 1/2 full and start the car...check for leaks. Watch the pump circulate the liquid in the system and add fluid until the reservoir is nearly full. Let the car run with the cap off for a few minutes. Turn off the car and fill reservoir almost to the top. Replace cap to reservoir and restart car. Double check the cap is sealing properly and double check clearances between the engine belt, manifold, etc. Zip tie with included ties as necessary. When running, you can open the little brass bleeder on top of water manifold to ensure a steady stream of fluid....probably not necessary with this improved system.

No need to worry...I doubt anyone will notice this isn't a factory piece. At Cars & Coffee, you can show off and no one will give it a second glance. Great job, ADM! Hope this helps!
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