RELAY FWD V6-3.9L VIN 1 (2006)
Thermostat Housing: Service and Repair
Thermostat Housing Replacement (RPO LZ9)
Tools Required
J 38185 (SA9111E) Hose Clamp Pliers
Removal Procedure
Important:
Use the J 38185 (SA9111E) to gently release tension on the hose clamp until the hose clamp lock feature engages allowing removal of the hose.
1. Drain the cooling system. Refer to Draining and Filling Cooling System (Static Fill LX9) Draining and Filling Cooling System (Static Fill LZ9)
Draining and Filling Cooling System (Vac-N-Fill).
2. Using the J 38185 release the tension on the hose clamp at the thermostat housing and reposition the clamp.
3. Remove the radiator outlet hose from the thermostat housing.