Lower Radiator Hose Component Installation Note

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CAUTION:

Do not apply oil (such as engine oil, ATF) to the gasket. Otherwise, the gasket could swell causing a seal malfunction.

Install the lower radiator hose component using the following procedure:

Insert a new gasket into the pipe groove.

Tighten the nuts shown in the illustration.

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Secure the lower radiator hose using clips in the order shown in the illustration.

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