Taurus V6-182 3.0L VIN 1 FI Flex Fuel (1997)
Radiator Hose: Service and Repair
Radiator Hoses (Lower)
REMOVAL
1. Raise and support vehicle.
2. Drain coolant.
3. Disconnect degas bottle return hose from lower radiator hose.
4. Remove three rear screws retaining lower splash shield to radiator support.
5. Compress clamp tangs and remove lower radiator hose from radiator and from water pump. Remove lower radiator hose.
INSTALLATION
CAUTION: Make sure the clamps are beyond the bead and placed in the center of the clamping surface of the connections.
1. Position the clamps at least 3.2 mm (0.125 inch) from each end of hose. Coat the connection areas with an approved water-resistant sealer.
2. Compress clamp tangs and install lower radiator hose on water pump.
3. Compress clamp tangs and install lower radiator hose onto radiator.
4. Install three rear screws retaining lower splash shield to radiator support.
5. Install degas bottle return hose to lower radiator hose. Tighten clamp.
6. Lower vehicle.
7. Fill cooling system.
