Camaro V8-5.7L VIN G (1998)
Install or Connect
1. Heater hose. If old hoses are being reused, replace original hose clamps with worm-gear clamps.
A. Cut replacement hose(s) to same length as original hose(s), if necessary.
B. If replacing rubber hoses, remove aluminum crimp and replace it with worm-gear clamps.
C. Apply rubber lubricant to inside diameter of hose(s), if desired.
D. Squeeze clamp ends and slip new hose clamp over one end of heater hose. Push hose onto fitting with twisting motion. Hose end should be 1.0
mm (0.04 inch) away from touching nearest surface (dash front panel, fitting hex head, etc.).
E. Install clamp beyond any bead around fitting, but not closer than 3.0 mm (0.12 inch) to nearest surface (dash front panel, fitting hex head, etc.).
F. Repeat hose and clamp installation procedure at other end of hose.
2. Engine coolant.
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Use coolant drained earlier only if it is uncontaminated. Discard contaminated coolant and add fresh 50/50 coolant and water mixture.
Inspect
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Be sure installed hose does not sag or rub against other components. Adjust or support hose as necessary to correct hose position.
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Operate engine and check hose installation for leaks.
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Check coolant level after engine has been warmed up. Add coolant as necessary.
