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Coolant Line/Hose: Service and Repair

REMOVAL
1. Drain cooling system.
2. Remove upper radiator hose to access the hose connections at the inlet tube.

Water Pump Inlet Tube Hose Connections:





3. Remove lower radiator hose and heater hose from the inlet tube.
4. Remove the 2 fasteners from that hold the inlet tube to the block.

Water Pump Inlet Tube - Service:





5. Rotate inlet tube while removing from the engine block.

INSTALLATION
1. Inspect the O-ring for damage before installing the tube into the cylinder block.
2. Lube O-ring with coolant and install into the cylinder block opening.
3. Install 2 fasteners and tighten to 12 Nm (105 inch lbs.).
4. Connect lower radiator hose and heater hose to inlet tube.
5. Install upper radiator hose.
6. Fill cooling system.