Radiator Inlet Hose Replacement

Radiator Inlet Hose Replacement (LS4 - 5.3L)

Tools Required

J 38185 Hose Clamp Pliers


Removal Procedure





1. Drain the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling (LS4 - 5.3L GE 47716 Fill) (Service and Repair)Cooling System Draining and Filling (LS4 - 5.3L Static Fill) (Service and Repair).
2. Use J 38185 in order to reposition the hose clamp from the radiator.
3. Remove the radiator inlet hose from the radiator.




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



Installation Procedure





1. Align the marks on the hose and install the radiator inlet hose into position.
2. Install the radiator inlet hose to the water outlet housing.
3. Use J 38185 in order to reposition and install the hose clamp to the water outlet housing.




4. Install the radiator inlet hose to the radiator.
5. Use J 38185 in order to reposition and install the hose clamp to the radiator.
6. Fill the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling (LS4 - 5.3L GE 47716 Fill) (Service and Repair)Cooling System Draining and Filling (LS4 - 5.3L Static Fill) (Service and Repair) .