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Heater Hoses

Heater Hose Routing - 2.4L:






Check all heater hose routing for installation to avoid contact with any obstruction that could result in a damaged hose. Some hoses are equipped with conduit in areas where rubbing may occur. Always reinstall conduit or heat sleeves in the same location when replacing a hose.


Tool Required:
J 42202 Quick Connect Remover

Remove or Disconnect

1. Drain engine coolant.
2. Heater hose from heater pipe by squeezing tabs on quick-connect.
^ J 42202 can be used to separate quick-connect and retainer from pipe.
3. Heater hose from inlet housing.
4. Raise vehicle.
5. Heater hoses from heater core.

Install or Connect

1. Heater hoses to heater core.
2. Lower vehicle.
3. Top heater core hose to inlet housing.
4. Heater hose to heater pipe quick-connect, pull to verify connection.
5. Refill engine coolant.