Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Buick Regal and 2002 Buick Century. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Position the radiator inlet hose to the vehicle. Align the marks on the hose.
Install the radiator inlet hose to the radiator.
Use the J 38185 in order to reposition and install the hose clamp at the radiator.

Fig 1: Radiator Inlet Hose From The Radiator
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Install the radiator inlet hose to the thermostat housing.

Fig 2: Radiator Inlet Hose To The Thermostat Housing

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Use the J 38185 in order to reposition and install the hose clamp at the thermostat housing.
Install the left diagonal brace. Refer to BRACE REPLACEMENT - FRONT FENDER UPPER DIAGONAL in BODY FRONT END .
Fill the cooling system. Refer to Draining and Filling Cooling System