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Radiator Inlet Hose Replacement



Radiator Hose Replacement - Inlet (3.8L)

^ Tools Required
- J 38185 Hose Clamp Pliers

Removal Procedure





1. Partially drain the cooling system. Refer to Draining and Filling Cooling System (L26 Static Fill) Draining and Filling Cooling System (LY7 Static Fill) Draining and Filling Cooling System (L26, LY7, GE 47716 Fill).
2. Remove the left diagonal brace.
3. Use the J 38185 in order to reposition the hose clamp from the radiator.
4. Remove the radiator inlet hose from the radiator.





5. Use the J 38185 in order to reposition the hose clamp from the water outlet housing.
6. Remove the radiator inlet hose from the water outlet housing and the vehicle.

Installation Procedure





1. Align the marks on the hose. Install the radiator inlet hose to the water outlet housing.
2. Use the J 38185 in order to reposition and install the hose clamp to the water outlet housing.





3. Install the radiator inlet hose to the radiator.
4. Use the J 38185 in order to reposition and install the hose clamp to the radiator.
5. Install the left diagonal brace.
6. Fill the cooling system. Refer to Draining and Filling Cooling System (L26 Static Fill) Draining and Filling Cooling System (LY7 Static Fill) Draining and Filling Cooling System (L26, LY7, GE 47716 Fill).
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