Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Drain the cooling system. Refer to Draining and Filling Cooling System .
Use J 38185 in order to reposition the hose clamp from the water pump housing.
Remove the radiator outlet hose (1) from the water pump housing.
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to LIFTING & JACKING THE VEHICLE .
Remove the lower air deflector. Refer to Radiator Air Baffle and Deflector Replacement - Lower .

Fig 1: Radiator Outlet Hose
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Use J 38185 in order to reposition the hose clamp from the radiator.
Remove the radiator hose (3) from the radiator outlet (2).
Remove the radiator hose.

Fig 2: Radiator Outlet, Hose & Water Pump Housing
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.