Malibu Classic L4-2.2L (2008)
Radiator Hose: Service and Repair
Radiator Inlet Hose Replacement
Radiator Inlet Hose Replacement (L61)
Tools Required
J 38185 Hose Clamp Pliers
Removal Procedure
1. Drain the coolant. Refer to Draining and Filling Cooling System (GE 47716), (L61).
2. Remove the right headlamp. Refer to Headlamp Assembly or Headlamp Bulb and/or Cornering, Sidemarker, Park, Turn Signal Bulb Replacement.
3. Reposition the radiator inlet hose clamp at the radiator using the J 38185.
4. Remove the radiator inlet hose from the radiator.
5. Reposition the radiator inlet hose clamp at the engine using the J 38185.
6. Remove the radiator inlet hose at the engine.
7. Remove the radiator inlet hose clamps from the radiator inlet hose.
Installation Procedure
1. Install the radiator inlet hose clamps to the radiator inlet hose.
2. Install the radiator inlet hose to the engine.
3. Reposition the radiator inlet hose clamp at the engine using the J 38185.
4. Install the radiator inlet hose to the radiator.
5. Reposition the radiator inlet hose clamp at the radiator using the J 38185.
6. Install the right headlamp.
