Radiator Outlet Hose Replacement — LAF
Special Tools
J 38185 Hose Clamp Pliers
Removal Procedure
- Drain the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling .
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
- Disengage tension on the radiator outlet hose clamp (1) at the radiator using J 38185 Hose Clamp Pliers .
- Remove the radiator outlet hose (2) from the radiator.
- Remove radiator outlet hose bracket retainer (1).
- Disengage tension on the radiator outlet hose clamp (2) at the thermostat housing using J 38185 Hose Clamp Pliers .
- Remove the radiator outlet hose (4) from the thermostat housing.
- Disengage tension on the radiator outlet hose clamp (3) at the engine oil cooler using J 38185 Hose Clamp Pliers .
- Remove the radiator outlet hose (4) from the engine oil cooler.
- Remove the radiator outlet hose from the vehicle.
Installation Procedure
- Install radiator outlet hose to the vehicle.
Note: Lubricate the inside diameters of the hose with clean coolant prior to installation.
- Install the radiator outlet hose (4) to the engine oil cooler.
- Engage tension on the radiator outlet hose clamp (3) at the engine oil cooler using J 38185 Hose Clamp Pliers .
- Install the radiator outlet hose (4) to the thermostat housing.
- Engage tension on the radiator outlet hose clamp (2) at the thermostat housing using J 38185 Hose Clamp Pliers .
- Install radiator outlet hose bracket retainer (1).
- Install the radiator outlet hose (2) to the radiator.
- Engage tension on the radiator outlet hose clamp (1) at the radiator using J 38185 Hose Clamp Pliers .
- Lower the vehicle.
- Fill the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling .
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