STS RWD V8-4.6L VIN A (2006)
Heater Hose: Service and Repair
Heater Inlet Hose Replacement
HEATER INLET HOSE REPLACEMENT
TOOLS REQUIRED
J 38185 Hose Clamp Pliers
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Drain the cooling system. Refer to Draining and Filling Cooling System (Static Fill) Draining and Filling Cooling System (GE 47719).
2. Lower the vehicle.
3. Remove the injector sight shield.
4. Using J 38185, disengage the hose clamp and disconnect the heater inlet hose (2) from the thermostat housing.
5. Using J 38185, disengage the hose clamp and disconnect the heater inlet hose (2) from the heater pipe assembly.
6. Remove the heater inlet hose (2).
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Install the heater inlet hose (2).
2. Using J 38185, disengage the hose clamp and connect the heater inlet hose (2) to the heater pipe assembly.
3. Using J 38185, disengage the hose clamp and connect the heater inlet hose (2) to the thermostat housing.
4. Install the injector sight shield.
5. Fill the cooling system. Refer to Draining and Filling Cooling System (Static Fill) Draining and Filling Cooling System (GE 47719).
