Removal Procedure

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Drain the cooling system. Refer to DRAINING AND FILLING COOLING SYSTEM .
Using the J 38185 reposition the radiator outlet hose clamp from the radiator.

Fig 1: Removing Radiator Hose - Outlet (4.3L)
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Using the J 38185 reposition the radiator outlet hose clamp from the water pump.
Remove the radiator outlet hose.

Fig 2: Removing Radiator Outlet Hose
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