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Radiator Inlet Hose Replacement




Radiator Inlet Hose Replacement (LDE LUW)

Special Tools

BO-38185 - Hose Clamp Pliers

For equivalent regional tools, Refer to Special Tools Tools and Equipment.

Removal Procedure

1. Drain the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling Cooling System Draining and Filling.





2. Remove the radiator inlet hose clamp (1) at the engine using BO-38185 - Hose Clamp Pliers.

3. Remove the radiator inlet hose (2) from the engine.





4. Remove the radiator inlet hose clamp (1) at the radiator using BO-38185 - Hose Clamp Pliers.

5. Remove the radiator inlet hose (2) from the radiator.

6. Remove the radiator inlet hose from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure





1. Install the radiator inlet hose to the vehicle.

2. Install the radiator inlet hose (2) to the radiator.

3. Install the radiator inlet hose clamp (1) at the radiator using BO-38185 - Hose Clamp Pliers.





4. Install the radiator inlet hose (2) to the engine.

5. Install the radiator inlet hose clamp (1) at the engine using BO-38185 - Hose Clamp Pliers.

6. Fill the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling Cooling System Draining and Filling.