Tools Required

J 38185 Hose Clamp Pliers

1. Partially drain the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling .
2. Use the J 38185 to remove the radiator hose clamp from the water inlet housing.
3. Remove the radiator hose from the water inlet housing.



4. Use the J 38185 to remove the heater hose clamp from the water inlet housing.
5. Remove the heater hose from the water inlet housing.



6. Use the J 38185 to remove the surge tank inlet hose clamp from the water inlet housing.
7. Remove the surge tank inlet hose from the water inlet housing.



8. Remove the water inlet housing bolts.

Important: The water inlet housing (2) and the thermostat are replaced as an assembly.

9. Remove the water inlet housing and the thermostat.
10. Inspect and clean the water inlet mating surfaces.

1. Install the thermostat and the water inlet housing (2).

Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

2. Install the water inlet housing bolts.

Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 9 N·m (80 lb in).




3. Install the surge tank inlet hose to the water inlet housing.
4. Use theJ 38185 to install the surge tank hose clamp to the water inlet housing.



5. Install the heater hose to the water inlet housing.
6. Use theJ 38185 to install the heater hose clamp to the water inlet housing.



7. Install the radiator hose to the water inlet housing.
8. Use theJ 38185 to install the radiator hose clamp to the water inlet housing.
9. Fill the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling .