Radiator Hose: Service and Repair

Removal Procedure

Notice: When adding coolant, use DEX-COOL (R) coolant. If silicated coolant is added to the system, premature engine, heater core or radiator corrosion may result. In addition, the engine coolant will require change sooner-at 50,000 km (30,000 mi) or 24 months.

Caution: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution in Service Precautions.





1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Drain the coolant to a level below the hose being removed. Recover the coolant. Refer to Draining and Filling Cooling System.
3. Remove the radiator inlet hose and the clamps from the radiator and the coolant outlet.
4. Disconnect the radiator outlet hose and the clamps from the following places:
^ The radiator
^ The coolant pump
^ The radiator surge tank
5. Remove the radiator outlet hose.

Installation Procedure

Notice: Make sure the reference marks on the hoses and the radiator are lined up. A twist on the hose would place strain on the radiator fitting which could cause the fitting to crack or break.





1. Install the radiator outlet hose and the clamps to the following places:
^ The radiator
^ The coolant pump
^ The radiator surge tank
2. Install the radiator inlet hose and the clamp to the radiator and the coolant outlet.
3. Connect the negative battery cable.
^ Tighten the negative battery cable bolt to 15 Nm (11 ft. lbs.).

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

4. Refill the coolant. Refer to Draining and Filling Cooling System.
5. Start the engine. After the engine reaches normal operating temperature, check for coolant leaks.