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For 1990-2009 cars only

Tools Required

    • J 38185 Hose Clamp Pliers
    • J 38543 Heater Hose Clamp Tool

Remove Procedure

  1. Partially drain the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling .
  2. Remove the upper filler panel. Refer to Filler Panel Replacement - Upper .

  3. Object Number: 518339  Size: SH
  4. Position the J 38543  (3) to the clamp in order to remove the inlet radiator hose (2) from the radiator (1).

  5. Object Number: 518338  Size: SH
  6. Position the J 38185  (2) to the clamp in order to remove the inlet radiator hose (1) from the engine.

  7. Object Number: 130760  Size: SH
  8. Remove the inlet radiator hose from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure

  1. Install the inlet radiator hose (1) into the original position.

  2. Object Number: 518338  Size: SH
  3. Position the J 38185  (2) on the hose clamp and reposition.

  4. Object Number: 518339  Size: SH
  5. Install the inlet radiator hose (2) to the radiator (1).
  6. Position the J 38543  (3) on the inlet radiator hose clamp and reposition.
  7. Install the upper filler panel. Refer to Filler Panel Replacement - Upper .
  8. Fill the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling .