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Heater Pipe Adapter Replacement - Inlet

TOOLS REQUIRED
J 38185 Hose Clamp Pliers

REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Drain the cooling system.
2. Remove the fuel injector sight shield.




3. Disconnect the heater inlet hose from the pipe adapter.
4. Use J 38185 in order to reposition the heater hose clamp.




5. Remove the heater pipe adapter mounting bolt.
6. Remove the heater pipe adapter.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Lubricate the O-ring with coolant.




2. Install the heater pipe adapter.
3. Install the heater inlet pipe adapter mounting bolt.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 6 N.m (53 lb in).




4. Connect the inlet hose to the heater pipe adapter.
5. Use J 38185 in order to reposition the heater core hose clamp.
6. Install the fuel injector sight shield.
7. Refill the cooling system.