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Radiator Outlet Hose Replacement



Radiator Outlet Hose Replacement (LZE, LZ4, LZG) (3.5L, 3.9L)

Tools Required

J 38185 Hose Clamp Pliers


Removal Procedure

1. Partially drain the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling (9C1, 9C3 Static Fill) (Service and Repair)Cooling System Draining and Filling (LZE, LZ4, LZG, 9C1, 9C3, GE47716 Fill) (Service and Repair)Cooling System Draining and Filling (LZE, LZ4, LZG, Static Fill) (Service and Repair) .




2. Use J 38185 in order to reposition the hose clamp from the radiator.
3. Remove the outlet hose from the radiator.
4. Use J 38185 in order to reposition the hose clamp from the thermostat housing.
5. Remove the radiator outlet hose from the thermostat housing and the vehicle.



Installation Procedure

1. Install the radiator outlet hose to the thermostat housing.




2. Use J 38185 in order to reposition and install the hose clamp to the thermostat housing.
3. Install the outlet hose to the radiator.
4. Use J 38185 in order to reposition and install the hose clamp to the radiator.
5. Fill the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling (9C1, 9C3 Static Fill) (Service and Repair)Cooling System Draining and Filling (LZE, LZ4, LZG, 9C1, 9C3, GE47716 Fill) (Service and Repair)Cooling System Draining and Filling (LZE, LZ4, LZG, Static Fill) (Service and Repair) .