b. Top left screw
c. Bottom screw
a - Bracket for the water distribution housing
b - Water distribution housing assembly
c - Top left screw (tighten second)
d - Top right screw (tighten first)
e - Bottom screw (tighten last)
Description Nm lb‑in. lb‑ft
Water distribution housing bracket screws 13 115 –
3. Install the bracket and water distribution housing to the engine. Do not tighten the bolt and nut at this time.
4. On a manual single‑point drain:
a. To obtain correct alignment, leave the hoses disconnected from the water distribution housing during installation.
b. Position the water distribution housing assembly to align with the drain rod.
c. Insert the drain rod into the water distribution housing to complete the alignment.
a - Drain rod handle
b - Drain rod bracket
c - Drain rod
d - Water distribution housing
d. Ensure that the rod is correctly aligned. The rod must screw in and out of the water distribution housing easily and
with minimal pressure.
All Models
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