Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 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 .
Remove the lower air deflector. Refer to RADIATOR AIR BAFFLE AND DEFLECTOR REPLACEMENT - LOWER .
Use J 38185 in order to reposition the hose clamp from the radiator.
Remove the radiator hose (3) from the radiator outlet (2).
Lower the vehicle.

Fig 1: Removing Radiator Hose From Radiator Outlet (3.8L)
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Use J 38185 in order to reposition the hose clamp from the water pump housing.
Remove the radiator outlet hose from the water pump housing.

Fig 2: Removing Radiator Outlet Hose From Water Pump Housing
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.