GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes
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Chevrolet
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2008
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Colorado Pickup - 2WD
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Engine
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Engine Controls and Fuel - 3.7L
🢒 Radiator Outlet Hose Replacement
Radiator Outlet Hose Replacement LLV, LLR
Tools Required
J 38185
Hose Clamp Pliers
Removal Procedure
Drain the coolant. Refer to
Cooling System Draining and Filling
.
Using
J 38185
reposition the outlet radiator hose clamp away from the thermostat housing (1).
Remove the outlet radiator hose from the thermostat.
Raise the vehicle. Refer to
Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
.
Using
J 38185
reposition the outlet radiator hose clamp away from the radiator.
Remove the outlet radiator hose (1) from the radiator.
Installation Procedure
Install the outlet radiator hose (1) to the radiator.
Using
J 38185
reposition the outlet radiator hose clamp to the radiator.
Lower the vehicle.
Install the outlet radiator hose to the thermostat (1).
Using
J 38185
reposition the outlet radiator hose clamp to the thermostat housing.
Fill the cooling system. Refer to
Cooling System Draining and Filling
.