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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

Tools Required

J 38185 Hose Clamp Pliers

  1. Partially drain the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling .
  2. Remove the left diagonal brace. Refer to Front Fender Upper Diagonal Brace Replacement in Body Front End.

  3. Object Number: 70064  Size: SH
  4. Use the J 38185 in order to reposition the inlet hose clamp at the thermostat housing.
  5. Disconnect the inlet hose from the thermostat housing.

  6. Object Number: 63507  Size: SH
  7. Use the J 38185 in order to reposition the inlet hose clamp at the radiator.
  8. Disconnect the inlet hose from the radiator.
  9. Remove the inlet hose.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 63507  Size: SH
  1. Align the marks on the hose. Install the inlet hose to the radiator.
  2. Use J 38185 in order to reposition and install the inlet hose clamp at the radiator.

  3. Object Number: 70064  Size: SH
  4. Install the inlet hose to the thermostat housing.
  5. Use the J 38185 in order to reposition and install the inlet hose clamp at the thermostat housing.
  6. Install the left diagonal brace. Refer to Front Fender Upper Diagonal Brace Replacement in Body Front End.
  7. Fill the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling .
  8. Inspect for leaks.