Radiator Inlet Hose Replacement

Radiator Inlet Hose Replacement

Tools Required

J 38185 Hose Clamp Pliers

Removal Procedure

1. Drain the coolant.




2. Using J 38185 reposition the inlet radiator hose clamp away from the thermostat housing (1).
3. Remove the inlet radiator hose from the thermostat.
4. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.




5. Using J 38185 reposition the inlet radiator hose clamp away from the radiator.
6. Remove the inlet radiator hose (1) from the radiator.

Installation Procedure




1. Install the inlet radiator hose (1) to the radiator.
2. Using J 38185 reposition the inlet radiator hose clamp to the radiator.
3. Lower the vehicle.




4. Install the inlet radiator hose to the thermostat (1).
5. Using J 38185 reposition the inlet radiator hose clamp to the thermostat housing.
6. Fill the cooling system.