Neon L4-2.0L DOHC (1996)
Heater Hose: Service and Repair
CAUTION: When removing hoses from heater core inlet or outlet nipples DO NOT exert excess pressure. The heater core may become damaged and
leak engine coolant.
NOTE: Review Cooling System Precautions before proceeding with this operation.
REMOVAL
1. Drain engine cooling system.
2. Remove clamp at end of heater hose to be removed.
Heater Hose Quick Connect
3. ON Right Hand Drive (RHD) vehicles, heater hoses at the heater core connection have quick connects. The quick connect consist of two pieces; a
quick connect and insert. The quick connect is removed by compressing the insert with a pliers, and pulling the quick connect free of the
insert/nipple. Carefully compressed insert pulling the quick connect from connector nipple. The insert will remain on the connector nipple as the
quick connect is removed.
4. Remove the heater hose clamp from the heater hose at the block and remove hose.
INSTALLATION
NOTE: The insert should be removed from the connector nipple and placed inside of the quick connect before reassembly.
For installation, reverse the above procedures.
