Suburban 1/2 Ton 2WD V8-5.3L VIN Z Flex Fuel (2006)
Radiator Hose: Service and Repair
Radiator Inlet Hose Replacement
Radiator Hose Replacement - Inlet (4.8L, 5.3L, and 6.0L Engines)
Removal Procedure
1. Drain the cooling system.
2. Loosen the air cleaner outlet duct clamps at the following locations:
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Throttle body
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Mass air flow (MAF) /intake air temperature (IAT) sensor
3. Remove the radiator inlet hose clip from the outlet hose.
4. Remove the air cleaner outlet duct.
5. If necessary, remove the engine sight shield.
6. Remove the radiator vent inlet hose from the radiator inlet hose clips.
7. Reposition the inlet hose clamp at the radiator.
8. Remove the inlet hose clip from the fan shroud.
9. Remove the inlet hose (1) from the radiator.
