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Inlet

Radiator Hose Replacement - Inlet (LA1)

^ Tools Required
- J 38185 Hose Clamp Pliers

Removal Procedure





1. Drain the cooling system to a level below the hose being removed.
2. Use the J 38185 in order to reposition the radiator inlet hose clamp (1) at the water outlet.
3. Remove the radiator inlet hose from the water outlet.
4. Use the J 38185 in order to reposition the inlet hose clamp at the radiator.
5. Remove the radiator inlet hose (2) from the radiator.

Installation Procedure





1. Install the radiator inlet hose (2) to the radiator.
2. Use the J 38185 in order to reposition the inlet hose clamp at the radiator.
3. Install the radiator inlet hose (2) to the water outlet.
4. Use the J 38185 in order to reposition the inlet hose clamp (1) to the water outlet.
5. Fill the cooling system.