Corvette V8-6.2L (2008)
Coolant Reservoir: Service and Repair
Radiator Surge Tank Replacement
Radiator Surge Tank Replacement
Tools Required
J 38185 Hose Clamp Pliers
Removal Procedure
Caution: To avoid being burned, do not remove the radiator cap or surge tank cap while the engine is hot. The cooling system will release
scalding fluid and steam under pressure if radiator cap or surge tank cap is removed while the engine and radiator are still hot.
1. Drain the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling (GE 47716) (See: Service and Repair)Cooling System Draining and
Filling (Static Fill) (See: Service and Repair) .
2. Disengage tension on the surge tank inlet hose clamp.
3. Disconnect the surge tank inlet hose from the surge tank.
4. Disengage tension on the surge tank outlet hose clamp using the J 38185 .
5. Disconnect the surge tank outlet hose from the surge tank.
