Engine Lower Hose Heater
200SX (CA18ET, CA20E Engines) - 1984 to 1988Stanza (Sedan) - 1987 to 1988
Truck (VG30 Engine) - 1986.5 and Later
Pathfinder (VG30 Engine) - 1987 and Later
Truck (KA24E Engins, 4WD only) - 1990 and Later
Part Number:
99998-1024701
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Parts List
Item
No. Qty. Item
1 (1) Lower Radiator Hose
Heater (with power cord and plug cap)
2 (2) Hose Clamp
Tools Required
Phillips Srewdriver Flat Blade Screwdriver Heavy Duty Utility Knife Masking Tape or Chalk Electrical Tape or Wire Tie (Plastic or Wire) Measuring Tape or Ruler
Application:
VIEW FROM RIGHT SIDE OF VEHICLE FIGURE 1:
VIEW FROM LEFT SIDE OF VEHICLE FIGURE 3:
VIEW FROM RIGHT SIDE OF VEHICLE FIGURE 6:
VIEW FROM RIGHT SIDE OF VEHICLE FIGURE 7:
Procedure:
1. Check the condtion of the vehicle's lower radiator hose. See Figures 1, 3, 5 and 7 for identification. If hose is cracked or softened, now is the time to replace it. If it is in good shape, proceed to step 2.
2 Working from undeneath the car, remove the engine undercover and set it aside.
3. Drain coolant from the engine by opening the drain plug on the bottom of the radiator
4. Loosen the clamps at both ends of the lower radiator hose. Observe how the hose fits and its shape as installed in the vehicle. Mark the engine end of the hose with tape or chalk. Remove the hose from the vehicle (Stanza: Remove end of hose connected to radiator only).
VIEW FROM RIGHT SIDE OF VEHICLE FIGURE 1:
RADIATOR LOWER HOSE FIGURE 2:
5. 200SX: Refer to Figures 1 and 2. Measure 15 inches from the engine end of the hose and make a mark. From this mark measure 1-1/2 inches towards the radiator end and mark. Refer to Figure 2. Using these two marks, cut a 1-1/2 inch section from the hose. Be sure the cut piece is on a straight section of hose and try as nearly as possible to keep the hose in its original shape. Refer to Figure 2.
VIEW FROM LEFT SIDE OF VEHICLE FIGURE 3:
RADIATOR LOWER HOSE FIGURE 4:
Stanza: Refer to Figures 3 and 4. Mark hose in the middle of lower section of hose inclined at a 45~ angle. Refer to Figure 4. From this mark measure 3/8 inch toward the radiator end and toward the engine end and mark. Using the last two marks, cut a 3/4 inch section from the hose. Be sure the cut piece is on a straight section of hose and try as nearly as possible to keep the hose in its original shape. Refer to Figure 4.
VIEW FROM RIGHT SIDE OF VEHICLE FIGURE 6:
RADIATOR LOWER HOSE FIGURE 6:
Truck/Pathfinder: Refer to Figures 5 and 6. Mark hose in the middle of staight section of hose connected to the engine. Refer to Figure 6. From this mark measure 3/8 to 1/2 inch towards the radiator end and towards the engine end and mark. Using the last two marks cut a 3/4 to 1 inch section from the hose. Be sure the cut piece is on a straight section of hose and try as nearly as possible to keep the hose in its original shape. Refer to Figure 6.
VIEW FROM RIGHT SIDE OF VEHICLE FIGURE 7:
FIGURE 8:
Truck (KA24E): Refer to Figures 7 and 8. Mark hose in the middle of lower half of the straight section (inclined portion of hose). Refer to Figure 8. From this mark measure 1/2 inch towards radiator end and towards the engine end and mark. Using the last two marks cut a 1 inch section from the hose. Be sure the cut piece is on a straight section of hose and try as nearly as possible to keep the hose in its original shape. Refer to Figure 8.
VIEW FROM RIGHT SIDE OF VEHICLE FIGURE 1:
VIEW FROM LEFT SIDE OF VEHICLE FIGURE 3:
VIEW FROM RIGHT SIDE OF VEHICLE FIGURE 6:
VIEW FROM RIGHT SIDE OF VEHICLE FIGURE 7:
6. Insert the lower hose heater into the cut ends of the hose. Refer to Figures 1, 3, 5 and 7. Slide a hose clamp (provided in the kit) over the hose on each end and tighten over the lower hose heater. Again, try to keep the hose in its original shape. Note: Do not remove electrical cord from heater.
7. Reinstall the lower radiator hose, now with lower hose heater, into the vehicle using the original clamps. Tighten all clamps. Make sure that the hose is installed in its original position.
8. Route cord out around the radiator. Use electrical tape or plastic tie wraps to hold the wire away from hot or moving parts.
9. Refill radiator with coolant fluid. Start engine and run to expel any air trapped in the system. Checkcoolant level and add if required.
Note: It is recommended that low phosphate anti-freeze be used, and that a maximum anti-freeze/water mixture ratio of 50/50 be used. Refer to the Nissan Owner's Manual, Engine Cooling System section.
10. Check all hose connections for leaks. Tighten clamps if necessary. Reinstall engine undercover.
11. Use cable end protector cap when heater is not plugged into power source.