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Radiator Outlet Hose Replacement L36

Tools Required

J 38185 Hose Clamp Pliers

Removal Procedure

  1. Drain the engine coolant. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling .

  2. Object Number: 165598  Size: SH
  3. Using the J 38185 loosen and move the outlet radiator hose clamp at the radiator.
  4. Remove the outlet radiator hose from the radiator.
  5. Using the J 38185 loosen and move the outlet radiator hose clamp at the engine.
  6. Remove the outlet radiator hose from the engine.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 165598  Size: SH
  1. Install the outlet radiator hose to the engine.
  2. Install the outlet radiator hose to the radiator.
  3. Using the J 38185 install the outlet radiator hose clamps.
  4. Fill the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling .

Radiator Outlet Hose Replacement LD8

Tools Required

    • J 37097-A Hose Clamp Remover/Installer
    • J 38185 Hose Clamp Pliers

Removal Procedure

  1. Partially drain the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling .
  2. Remove the air cleaner assembly. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement in Engine Controls - 4.6L.

  3. Object Number: 518337  Size: SH
  4. Position the J 38185 to the clamp in order to remove the outlet radiator hose (2) from the thermostat housing.

  5. Object Number: 130758  Size: SH
  6. Position the J 37097-A to the clamp in order to remove the outlet radiator hose from the radiator.
  7. Remove the outlet radiator hose from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 130758  Size: SH
  1. Position the J 37097-A to the clamp in order to connect the outlet radiator hose to the radiator.

  2. Object Number: 518337  Size: SH
  3. Position the J 38185 to the clamp in order to connect the outlet radiator hose (2) to the thermostat housing.
  4. Install the air cleaner assembly. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement in Engine Controls - 4.6L.
  5. Fill the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling .