Chevrolet Equinox Service Manual: Radiator Outlet Hose Replacement (LFX) Engine Cooling Radiator

Special Tools

J 38185 Hose Clamp Pliers

Removal ProcedureRemove the intake manifold cover. Refer toIntake Manifold Cover Replacement.Drain the cooling system. Refer toCooling System Draining and Filling.

Disengage tension on the radiator outlet hose clamp-(1) at the thermostat housingusing J 38185 Hose Clamp Pliers.Remove the radiator outlet hose-(2) from the thermostat housing.Raise and support the vehicle. Refer toLifting and Jacking the Vehicle.

Disengage tension on the radiator outlet hose clamp-(1) at the radiator using J 38185 Hose Clamp Pliers.Remove the radiator outlet hose-(2) from the radiator.Remove the radiator outlet hose from the vehicle.Installation ProcedurePosition the radiator outlet hose to the vehicle.

Install the radiator outlet hose-(2) to radiator.Engage tension on the radiator outlet hose clamp-(1) at the using J 38185 Hose Clamp Pliers.Lower the vehicle.

Note:Lubricate the inside diameters of the hose with clean coolant prior to installation.

Install the radiator outlet hose-(2) to the radiator.Engage tension on the radiator outlet hose clamp-(1) at the thermostat housing usingJ 38185 Hose Clamp Pliers.Fill the cooling system. Refer toCooling System Draining and Filling.Install the intake manifold cover. Refer toIntake Manifold Cover Replacement.