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Removal Procedure

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    Fig 1: Identifying Radiator Inlet Hose (3.8L)
    GM308973Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Partially drain the cooling system. Refer to Draining and Filling Cooling System (L26 Static Fill) , Draining and Filling Cooling System (LY7 Static Fill)  or Draining and Filling Cooling System (L26, LY7, GE 47716 Fill) .
  2. Remove the left diagonal brace. Refer to Brace Replacement - Front Fender Upper Diagonal in Body Front End.
  3. Use the J 38185  in order to reposition the hose clamp from the radiator. See Special Tools .
  4. Remove the radiator inlet hose from the radiator.
  5. Fig 2: View Of Radiator Inlet Hose To Water Outlet Housing
    GM308970Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Use the J 38185  in order to reposition the hose clamp from the water outlet housing. See Special Tools .
  7. Remove the radiator inlet hose from the water outlet housing and the vehicle.