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For 1990-2009 cars only

Tools Required

J 38185 Hose Clamp Pliers

Removal Procedure

  1. Drain the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling .
  2. Remove the air cleaner assembly. Refer to Upper Intake Manifold Sight Shield Replacement in Engine Controls.
  3. Disengage tension on the radiator inlet hose clamp at the radiator using J 38185 .
  4. Disconnect the radiator inlet hose (1) from the radiator.
  5. Disengage tension on the radiator inlet hose clamp at the engine usingJ 38185 .

  6. Object Number: 1490008  Size: SH
  7. Disconnect the radiator inlet hose (1) from the engine.
  8. Remove the radiator inlet hose (1).

Installation Procedure

    Notice: Make sure the reference marks on the hoses and the radiator are lined up. A twist on the hose would place strain on the radiator fitting which could cause the fitting to crack or break.

    Important: Lubricate the inside diameters of the hose with clean coolant prior to installation.

  1. Install the radiator inlet hose (1).

  2. Object Number: 1490008  Size: SH
  3. Connect the radiator inlet hose (1) to the engine.
  4. Engage tension on the radiator inlet hose clamp at the engine using J 38185 .
  5. Connect the radiator inlet hose (1) to the radiator.
  6. Engage tension on the radiator inlet hose clamp at the radiator usingJ 38185 .
  7. Install the air cleaner assembly. Refer to Upper Intake Manifold Sight Shield Replacement in Engine Controls.
  8. Fill the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling .