Tracker 4WD L4-1.6L VIN 6 (1998)
Radiator Hose: Service and Repair
Radiator Hose Replacement - Inlet
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Open the drain plug (3) on the radiator in order to drain the coolant.
2. Loosen and reposition the hose clamp (1) on the radiator inlet hose at the radiator (2).
3. Loosen and reposition the hose clamp (1) on the radiator inlet hose at the thermostat (4).
Remove the radiator hose (3).
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Position a new hose clamp (1) on each end of the new radiator inlet hose (3) before installation.
2. Install the new radiator hose to the thermostat cap (4) and to the radiator (2).
3. Position the radiator inlet hose (3) over the thermostat and radiator flares.
4. Secure with two hose clamps (1).
5. Fill the radiator with an approved coolant.
