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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

Tools Required

J 38185 Spring Hose Clamp Pliers

  1. Drain the coolant. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling in Engine Cooling.
  2. Remove the intake manifold. Refer to Intake Manifold Replacement in Engine Mechanical.

  3. Object Number: 82060  Size: SH
  4. Remove the heater inlet and outlet hose clamps at the heater hose pipes.
  5. Separate the heater hoses from the heater hose pipes.

  6. Object Number: 82061  Size: SH
  7. Remove the heater hose pipe mounting bolt.
  8. Remove the heater hose pipe bracket nut.
  9. Remove the heater hose pipes from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure

Tools Required

J 38185 Spring Hose Clamp Pliers


    Object Number: 82061  Size: SH
  1. Install the heater hose pipes into the vehicle.
  2. Tighten

        • Tighten the heater hose pipe mounting bolt to 10  N·m (89 lb in).
        • Tighten the heater hose pipe bracket nut to 10  N·m (89 lb in).

    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.


    Object Number: 82060  Size: SH
  3. Install the inlet and outlet heater hoses onto the heater hose pipes.
  4. Install the heater inlet and outlet hose clamps at the heater hose pipes.
  5. Install the intake manifold. Refer to Intake Manifold Replacement in Engine Mechanical.
  6. Refill the coolant system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling in Engine Coolant.