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For 1990-2009 cars only

Tools Required

    • J 37097-A Hose Clamp Remover/Installer
    • J 38185 Hose Clamp Pliers

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 in Body Front End.

  3. Object Number: 518338  Size: SH
  4. Position the J 38185  (2) to the clamp in order to remove the inlet radiator hose (1) from the water housing crossover.

  5. Object Number: 130760  Size: SH
  6. Position the J 37097-A to the clamp in order to remove the inlet radiator hose from the radiator.
  7. Remove the inlet radiator hose from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 130760  Size: SH
  1. Position the J 37097-A to the clamp in order to connect the inlet radiator hose to the radiator.

  2. Object Number: 518338  Size: SH
  3. Position the J 38185  (2) to the clamp in order to connect the inlet radiator hose (1) to the water housing crossover.
  4. Install the upper filler panel. Refer to Filler Panel Replacement - Upper in Body Front End.
  5. Fill the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling .