Heater Hose Assembly Replacement 6.0L Engine

J 38185 Hose Clamp Pliers

Caution: Refer to Safety Glasses Caution in the Preface section.

1. Remove the engine cover. Refer to Engine Cover Replacement
2. Drain the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling .




Important: Mark position of heater hoses (3) and heater hose retaining clamps (1) before removal to make sure of correct alignment during assembly.

3. Using J 38185 compress the heater hose retaining clamps (1) and slide 50 mm (2 in) along the heater hose (3).
4. Disconnect the heater hoses (3) from the water pump housing (2).




Important: Mark position of heater hoses (3) and heater hose retaining clamps (1) before removal to make sure of correct alignment during assembly.

5. Using J 38185 compress the heater hose retaining clamps (1) and slide 50 mm (2 in) along the heater hose (3).
6. Disconnect the heater hoses (3) from the heater core pipes (2).
7. Remove the heater hose assembly.

1. Connect the heater hoses (3) to the heater core pipes (2).
2. Using J 38185 slide the heater hose retaining clamps (1) back into the original position on the heater hoses (3).



3. Connect the heater hoses (1) to the water pump housing (2).
4. Using J 38185 slide the heater hose retaining clamps (1) back into the original position on the heater hoses (3).
5. Fill the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling .
6. Install the engine cover.Refer to Engine Cover Replacement