K 1500 Truck 4WD V8-4.8L VIN V (1999)
Coolant Reservoir: Service and Repair
Surge Tank Hose Replacement (Heater Core to Water Pump)
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
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Tools Required
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J 43181 Quick Connect Connector Removal Tool
1. Drain the cooling system. Refer to Draining and Filling Cooling System.
2. Remove the air intake tube.
3. Remove the heater and surge tank hoses from the mounting clip.
4. Using the J 43181 disconnect the heater and surge tank hoses from the heater core inlet and the outlet.
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Install the J 43181 to the heater core pipes.
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Close the tool around the heater core pipes.
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Firmly pull the tool into the quick connect end of the heater hose.
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Firmly grasp the hose. Pull the hose forward in order to disengage the hose from the heater core.
5. Remove the surge tank hose from the surge tank.
