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Radiator Outlet Hose Replacement



Radiator Outlet Hose Replacement (3.8L)

Tools Required

J 38185 Hose Clamp Pliers

Removal Procedure




1. Drain the cooling system.
2. Remove the lower radiator air deflector.
3. Use the J 38185 in order to reposition the hose clamp from the radiator.
4. Remove the radiator outlet hose (3) from the radiator (2).
5. Lower the vehicle.




6. Use J 38185 in order to reposition the hose clamp from the water pump housing.
7. Remove the radiator outlet hose from the water pump housing.

Installation Procedure




1. Align the marks on the hose. Install the radiator outlet hose to the water pump housing.
2. Use J 38185 in order to reposition the hose clamp to the water pump housing.
3. Raise and support the vehicle.




4. Install the radiator outlet hose (3) to the radiator (2).
5. Use J 38185 in order to reposition the hose clamp to the radiator.
6. Install the lower radiator air deflector.
7. Fill the cooling system.