Cooling System - Proper Radiator Hose Clamp Replacement
Number 85-6(Diesel)-2A Date 12/84Subject: PROPER RADIATOR HOSE CLAMP REPLACEMENT- 1980-85 MODELS WITH 5.7L V-8 DIESEL ENGINE
There have been some instances where technicians may not be reinstalling the required hose clamp assembly on the lower radiator hose at the outlet side of the water pump on 1980-85 models when a 5.7L V-8 Goodwrench diesel engine is installed.
The required hose clamp assembly, part no. 558565, has an attached guard that prevents the air conditioning belt from coming into contact with the hose. With no guard in place, a loose or stretched belt could cut or wear into a lower radiator hose and could cause a coolant leak.