Installation Procedure

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Fig 1: View Of Outlet Heater Hose & Outlet Radiator Hose

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Install the radiator outlet hose to the vehicle.
Install the radiator outlet hose and clamp to the radiator. Ensure the hose is positioned properly in order to prevent interference with the fan shroud.
Install the radiator outlet hose clip retainers to the brackets.

Fig 2: Identifying Radiator Outlet Hose (Diesel)

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Install the surge tank outlet hose (1) to the surge tank.

Fig 3: View Of Radiator Outlet Hose At Engine

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Install the radiator outlet hose and clamp to the water pump.
Install the heater outlet hose to the radiator outlet hose.
Install the upper and lower fan shroud. Refer to Engine Coolant Fan Upper Shroud Replacement (LMM Diesel) or Engine Coolant Fan Upper Shroud Replacement (Mechanical) and Engine Coolant Fan Lower Shroud Replacement (Mechanical) .
Fill the engine coolant. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling (Vac-N-Fill) or Cooling System Draining and Filling (Static Fill) .