Special Tools
J-38185 Hose Clamp Pliers
Removal Procedure
Note: Use the
J-38185 pliers
to gently release tension on the hose clamp until the hose clamp lock feature engages allowing removal of the hose.
- Drain the cooling system. Refer to
Cooling System Draining and Filling .
- Using the
J-38185 pliers
, release the tension on the hose clamp at the thermostat housing and reposition the clamp.
- Remove the radiator outlet hose from the thermostat housing.
- Remove the thermostat housing bolt/stud.
- Remove the thermostat housing.
Installation Procedure
- Position the thermostat housing.
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.
- Install the thermostat housing bolt/stud and tighten to
25 N·m (18 lb ft)
.
- Install the radiator outlet hose to the thermostat housing.
- Using a small flat-bladed screwdriver, release the hose clamp retention lock at the thermostat housing.
- Fill the cooling system. Refer to
Cooling System Draining and Filling .