PPEpower 2020 Heat Exchanger for GM 3.0L Duramax Intercooler Installation Guide
- July 16, 2024
- PPEpower
Table of Contents
PPEpower 2020 Heat Exchanger for GM 3.0L Duramax Intercooler
Specifications
- Product Name: Heat Exchanger for GM 3.0L Duramax Intercooler (119010300)
- Compatibility: GM 3.0L Duramax Intercooler 2020-2024
- Tools Needed: T-15 torx bit, 10 mm socket, 13 mm socket, 15 mm socket, U-groove clip removing tool, Plier
Product Usage Instructions
Disassembly
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1. Turn off the vehicle and allow it to cool down. - Remove the skid plate below the electric fans using a 13 mm socket.
Installation
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13. Install the C-nuts to the PPE heat exchanger. - Drop in the PPE heat exchanger making sure it is properly seated in the fan shroud slots.
Final Steps
- Add coolant to the charge air cooler coolant reservoir to the factory recommended fill level.
- Drive the truck for at least 15-20 minutes to purge air in the charge air coolant loop and top off coolant as needed.
FAQ
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Q: How often should I check the coolant level after installing the heat exchanger?
- A: It is recommended to check the coolant level regularly, especially after the first few drives, to ensure it is at the appropriate level.
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Q: Can I reuse the coolant that was drained during disassembly?
- A: Yes, you can reuse the coolant if it is still in good condition. Make sure to save it properly and add it back as needed during installation.
2020-2024 Heat Exchanger for GM 3.0L
Duramax Intercooler
(119010300)
Installation Guide
Tools needed
- T-15 torx bit
- 10 mm socket
- 13 mm socket
- 15 mm socket
- U-groove clip removing tool
- Plier
Heat Exchanger for GM 3.0L Duramax 2020-2024 Intercooler
Disassembly
Step 1. Turn the vehicle off and allow time to cool down before
installing.
Step 2. With a 13 mm socket, remove the skid plate below the electric
fans.(FIG 1)
Step 3. Disengage the inserts that secure the air deflector under the charge air coolant heat exchanger bottom bracket. This will allow for the heat exchanger removal in later steps. (FIG 2, FIG 3)
Step 4. Draining the coolant
Using a plier, pinch and disengage the coolant inlet hose spring clamp located
at the lower driver side of the heat exchanger. Then disconnect the coolant
hose from the heat exchanger inlet. Save coolant if reusing. (FIG 4)
Step 5. With a T-15 bit, remove the hood release lever.
Step 6.Using a U-groove clip removing tool, pop all the clips that secure
the intake air splash shield, and remove the shield (FIG 5)
Step 7. Using a 13 mm socket, unbolt the two screws securing the hood
release latch bracket, leave it on top of the upper tie bar (FIG 6). Do not
disconnect the hood open sensor wire from the latch. Step 8. Using a 10
mm socket, disconnect the horn and horn bracket from the tie bar.
Step 9. Using a 15 mm socket, remove the left and right diagonal braces
located right in front of the transmission cooler. (FIG 7)
Step 10. Disengage the coolant outlet hose spring clamp and disconnect
the hose from the heat exchanger. This is located at the upper passenger side
of the heat exchanger. Use paper towels to avoid spillage.
Step 11. Using a 10 mm socket, unbolt the left and right heat exchanger
support brackets. There are four bolts on each side, two for the heat
exchanger and two for the radiator. If it is too hard to access the passenger
side radiator-bracket bolts, unbolt the passenger side transmission cooler
bolt and lift the transmission cooler up for more room.
Step 12. Lift the factory heat exchanger straight up and maneuver it out
from the opening created from removing the intake air splash shield.
Installation
Step 13. Install the four C-nuts to the PPE heat exchanger, two on each
side.
Step 14. Drop in the PPE heat exchanger from the top opening created from
removing the intake air splash shield. Make sure that the bottom supports are
fully seated in the fan shroud slots. (FIG 8, FIG 9)
Step 15. Reconnect the inlet and outlet hoses, reengage both clamps.
Step 16. Re-install the diagonal braces, horn bracket, hood release latch
bracket, intake air splash shield, and hood release lever.
Step 17. Add coolant to the charge air cooler coolant reservoir (the smaller reservoir). Add coolant to the factory recommended fill level marked on the side of the reservoir (FIG 10).
Step 18. Drive truck for at least 15-20 minutes to purge the air in the charge air coolant loop, then top off coolant to the factory recommended fill level again.
Installation complete
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