Radiator Inlet Hose Connector Replacement (LFX, LF3)

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedures Remove the intake manifold cover. Refer to Intake Manifold Cover Replacement (LFX)Intake Manifold Cover Replacement (LF3) . Drain the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling (Static Fill) Cooling System Draining and Filling (GE 47716) .
1	Radiator Inlet Hose Clamp (Qty: 2) Procedure Reposition the radiator inlet hose clamps using the BO-38185 hose clamp pliers. Special Tools BO-38185 Hose Clamp Pliers For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools .
2	Radiator Inlet Hose Procedure Remove the radiator inlet hose from the radiator inlet hose connector.
3	Radiator Inlet Hose Connector Procedure Rotate the radiator inlet hose connector counterclockwise to remove it from the water outlet assembly. Fill the cooling system to the proper level. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling (Static Fill) Cooling System Draining and Filling (GE 47716) . Inspect the cooling system for leaks.