Bybass hose from LIM to water pump

On a 97 k motor does anyone know if i need RTV on this plastic elbow, the old one seemed like it had some on it, also what are the torque specs for the LIM?
Thanks in advance

On a 97 k motor does anyone know if i need RTV on this plastic elbow, the old one seemed like it had some on it, also what are the torque specs for the LIM?
Thanks in advanceI assume you have new coolant elbows & they have new O-rings. No silicone sealant required, only a light coating of silicone lube spray. Torque for the UIM bolts are 10 N·m (89 in-lb) and the LIM bolts 11 lb-ft or 132 in-lb

Fresh coolant will also work as lubricant on the o-rings for installation. The RTV you saw was probably a former attempt to seal a leak there without replacing them. RTV will actually damage the o-rings, so don't use any with the new elbow.

Thanks guys, I have a new elbow, gesket set, Dorman UIM, thermostat etc. should keep me busy all this evening.

If anyone has the PDF files for this procedure please send to [email protected]

Thanks in advance

Bill, check your email.

Torque for the UIM bolts are 10 N·m (89 in-lb) and the LIM bolts 11 lb-ft or 132 in-lbAre these the new specs? I keep getting mixed up. What where they before the change? I'm putting in a used low mile motor in a few days, and will put in a U and LIM. I want to have the right specs.
Thanks, Chris.

Are these the new specs? I keep getting mixed up. What where they before the change? I'm putting in a used low mile motor in a few days, and will put in a U and LIM. I want to have the right specs.
Thanks, Chris. Use the specs in the post above & disregard any previous recommendations!

Thanks people, 3 hours and 18 beers later and no leaks so far. I ended up looking at Bob Naylors guide after the fact, on the lower intake I didn't put any extra RTV around the water jackets, so I'm hoping that doesn't cause me any issues down the road. The only problem I really ever had was the coolant elbow had a small crack, but for $160 on a 170k motor if I can get another 50k out of it I'll be happy.
Thanks again
Bill