Montana FWD V6-3.4L VIN E (2005)
Heater Hose: Service and Repair
Heater Hose - Inlet
RPO Code C60 (HVAC Front Manual Controls)
Heater Inlet Hose Replacement (with C60)
Tools Required
J 38185 Hose Clamp Pliers
Removal Procedure
1. Drain the cooling system.
2. Remove the left wiper arm linkage nuts.
Reposition the left wiper arm linkage for access.
3. Disconnect the vacuum hose from the brake booster and reposition.
4. Remove the air cleaner cover and intake tube.
Important: Disconnect the throttle and cruise control cables to prevent bending the cable housings.
5. Disconnect the throttle and cruise control cables from the TBI mounting bracket.
6. Remove the transmission fluid filler tube.
7. Release the quick connect.
Disconnect the inlet heater hose (1) from the inlet pipe (2).
8. Disconnect the heater hose clamp using the J 38185.
9. Disconnect the inlet heater hose from the heater core.
10. Remove the inlet heater hose.
Installation Procedure