Heater Return Hose Replacement - RHD

HEATER RETURN HOSE - RHD

CAUTION: When removing hoses from the heater core inlet nipples DO NOT exert excessive pressure. The heater core may become damaged and leak engine coolant.

NOTE: Review Cooling System Precautions before proceeding with this operation.

REMOVAL
1. Drain engine cooling system.

Fig.46 Heater Hose Assembly - RHD 2.0L:

2. Using spring tension clamp pliers (or equivalent), to remove the clamps at the end of the heater hoses to be removed.
3. Carefully rotate the hose back and forth while pulling away from the connector nipple.

INSTALLATION
1. Carefully rotate the hose back and forth while pushing the hose onto the connector nipple.
2. Using spring tension pliers, install the clamps at the end of the heater hose being installed.
3. Refill the cooling system.