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Radiator Inlet Hose Replacement



Radiator Inlet Hose Replacement (LP1, LY7)

Tools Required

J 38185 Hose Clamp Pliers

Removal Procedure




1. Partially drain the cooling system. Refer to Draining and Filling Cooling System (GE 47716) Draining and Filling Cooling System (LP1, LY7 Static Fill) Draining and Filling Cooling System (LS2 Static Fill).
2. Position J 38185 to the clamp in order to remove the inlet hose from the radiator.




3. Position J 38185 to the clamp in order to remove the hose (1) from the engine.
4. Remove the inlet hose.

Installation Procedure




1. Install the radiator inlet hose into the vehicle with the mark in the top position.
2. Position J 38185 to the clamp in order to connect the hose (1) to the engine.




3. Position the J 37097-A to the clamp in order to connect the hose to the radiator.
4. Fill the cooling system. Refer to Draining and Filling Cooling System (GE 47716) Draining and Filling Cooling System (LP1, LY7 Static Fill) Draining and Filling Cooling System (LS2 Static Fill).