Installation Procedure

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Install the inlet radiator hose clamps to the radiator hose (1).
Install the inlet radiator hose (1) to the radiator.
Reposition the inlet radiator hose clamp using J 38185 .

Fig 1: Installing Inlet Radiator Hose To Radiator (Body Vin Code 3)
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Install the lower radiator support shield, if equipped.
Lower the vehicle.
Install the inlet radiator hose to the thermostat (1).
Reposition the inlet radiator hose using J 38185 .
Fill the cooling system. Refer to DRAINING AND FILLING COOLING SYSTEM (BODY VIN CODE 6) or DRAINING AND FILLING COOLING SYSTEM (BODY VIN CODE 3) .

Fig 2: Installing Inlet Radiator Hose To Thermostat (Body Vin Code 3)
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