J 38185 Hose Clamp Pliers

1. Drain the engine cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling.
2. Using the J 38185 , reposition the heater hose inlet clamp from the heater pipe outlet.
3. Remove the heater hose inlet from the heater pipe outlet.



4. Loosen the heater pipe outlet.
5. Remove the heater pipe outlet.

1. Apply sealant GM P/N 12346004 (Canadian P/N 10953480) or equivalent to the heater outlet hose fitting threads.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

2. Install the heater outlet hose fitting. Tighten the heater outlet hose fitting to 45 N·m (33 lb ft).
3. Install the heater hose inlet to the heater pipe outlet.
4. Using the J 38185 , reposition the heater hose inlet clamp to the heater pipe outlet.
5. Fill the engine cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling.