Operation - Hose Clamps
The constant tension type hose clamps maintain constant clamping force on the hose connections as the temperature of the cooling system rises and falls. Worm gear type hose clamps may not have sufficient clamping force in colder weather conditions if installed during warm weather.
To remove a spring type hose clamp, use Special Tool 6094, Special Tool 8495 Hose Clamp Pliers, or equivalent, (Fig 1) to compress the hose clamp.