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Body VIN Code 6

Radiator Hose Replacement - Inlet (Body Vin Code 6 LL8 / GMT 370)

Tools Required
- J 38185 Hose Clamp Pliers

Removal Procedure
1. Drain the coolant.







2. Reposition the inlet radiator hose clamp at the thermostat (1) using J 38185.
3. Remove the inlet radiator hose from the thermostat.
4. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
Vehicle Lifting Caution

5. Remove the lower radiator support shield, if equipped.
6. Reposition the inlet radiator hose clamp at the radiator using J 38185.







7. Remove the inlet radiator hose (1) from the radiator.

Installation Procedure







1. Install the inlet radiator hose clamps to the radiator hose (1).
2. Install the inlet radiator hose (1) to the radiator.
3. Reposition the inlet radiator hose clamp using J 38185.
4. Install the lower radiator support shield, if equipped.
5. Lower the vehicle.







6. Install the inlet radiator hose to the thermostat (1).
7. Reposition the inlet radiator hose using J 38185.
8. Fill the cooling system.