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Radiator Outlet Hose Replacement



Radiator Outlet Hose Replacement (RPOs LZE, LZ4, LZ8)

Tools Required

J 38185 Hose Clamp Pliers

Removal Procedure

1. Partially drain the cooling system. Refer to Draining and Filling Cooling System (9C1, 9C3 Static Fill) Draining and Filling Cooling System (LS4 GE 47716 Fill) Draining and Filling Cooling System (LS4 Static Fill) Draining and Filling Cooling System (LZE, LZ4, LZ8, 9C1, 9C3, GE47716 Fill) Draining and Filling Cooling System (LZE, LZ4, LZ8 Static Fill).




2. Use J 38185 in order to reposition the hose clamp from the radiator.
3. Remove the outlet hose from the radiator.
4. Use J 38185 in order to reposition the hose clamp from the thermostat housing.
5. Remove the radiator outlet hose from the thermostat housing and the vehicle.

Installation Procedure

1. Install the radiator outlet hose to the thermostat housing.




2. Use J 38185 in order to reposition and install the hose clamp to the thermostat housing.
3. Install the outlet hose to the radiator.
4. Use J 38185 in order to reposition and install the hose clamp to the radiator.
5. Fill the cooling system. Refer to Draining and Filling Cooling System (9C1, 9C3 Static Fill) Draining and Filling Cooling System (LS4 GE 47716 Fill) Draining and Filling Cooling System (LS4 Static Fill) Draining and Filling Cooling System (LZE, LZ4, LZ8, 9C1, 9C3, GE47716 Fill) Draining and Filling Cooling System (LZE, LZ4, LZ8 Static Fill).