Radiator Hose: Service and Repair
WATER HOSE AND WATER PIPEREMOVAL AND INSTALLATION [3.8L ENGINE]
Pre-removal & Post-installation Operation:
Removal Steps 1-13:
REMOVAL SERVICE POINT
[[A]] RADIATOR UPPER HOSE DISCONNECTION
After making mating marks on the radiator hose and hose clamp, disconnect the radiator hose.
INSTALLATION SERVICE POINTS
]]A[[ O-RING INSTALLATION
CAUTION: Do not allow engine oil or other grease to adhere to the O-ring.
Insert the O-ring to the water pipe, and coat the outer portion of the O-ring with water or engine coolant.
]]B[[ ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR INSTALLATION
Apply the specified sealant to the thread of the engine coolant temperature sensor, and then tighten it to the specified torque.
Specified Sealant: 3M(TM) AAD Part No. 8731 or equivalent
]]C[[ RADIATOR UPPER HOSE CONNECTION
1. Insert each hose as far as the projection of the water outlet fitting.
2. Align the mating marks on the radiator hose and hose clamp, and then connect the radiator hose.