Removal Procedure

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Partially drain the cooling system. Refer to Draining and Filling Cooling System .
Remove the left diagonal brace. Refer to BRACE REPLACEMENT - FRONT FENDER UPPER DIAGONAL in BODY FRONT END .
Use the J 38185 in order to reposition the hose clamp at the radiator.
Disconnect the radiator inlet hose from the radiator.

Fig 1: Radiator Inlet Hose From The Radiator
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Use the J 38185 in order to reposition the hose clamp at the thermostat housing.
Disconnect the radiator inlet hose from the thermostat housing.
Remove the radiator inlet hose.

Fig 2: Radiator Inlet Hose From Thermostat Housing
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.