Removal Procedure
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- Drain the cooling system. Refer to DRAINING AND FILLING COOLING SYSTEM in Engine Cooling.
- Remove the air intake tube.
- Remove the heater and surge tank hoses from the mounting clip.
- Squeeze the plastic retainer release tabs.
- Pull the connection apart.
- Remove the inlet heater hose from the water pump.
- Remove the inlet heater hose.