Stratus V6-2.5L VIN H (1997)
Radiator Hose: Description and Operation
WARNING: IF VEHICLE HAS BEEN RUN RECENTLY, WAIT 15 MINUTES BEFORE WORKING ON VEHICLE. RELIEVE PRESSURE
BY PLACING A SHOP TOWEL OVER THE CAP AND WITHOUT PUSHING DOWN ROTATE IT COUNTER-CLOCKWISE TO THE
FIRST STOP. ALLOW FLUIDS TO ESCAPE THROUGH THE OVERFLOW TUBE AND WHEN THE SYSTEM STOPS PUSHING OUT
COOLANT AND STEAM AND THE PRESSURE DROPS CONTINUE SERVICE.
CAUTION:
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Constant tension hose clamps are used on most cooling system hoses. When removing or installing, use only tools designed for servicing this type
of clamp. Always wear safety glasses when servicing constant tension clamps.
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A number or letter is stamped into the tongue of constant tension clamps. If replacement is necessary, use only a original equipment clamp with
matching number or letter.
HOSES
Radiator hoses should be routed without any kinks and indexed as designed. The use of molded hoses is recommended. A hardened, cracked,
swollen or restricted hose should be replaced. Do not damage radiator inlet and outlet when loosening hoses.
CLAMPS
Spring type hose clamps are used in all applications. If replacement is necessary replace with the original Mopar equipment spring type clamp. The
hose clamps are removed by using Special Tool 6094, or equivalent constant tension clamp pliers to compress hose clamp.
