Water hose No. 1 (engine coolant control valve side) installation note

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Remove the cap from a new quick release connector.

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Install the quick release connector to water hose No. 1 as shown in the figure with the hose clamp expanded.
NOTE:
- A new water hose No. 1 and hose clamp are attached.
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Install the hose clamp so that it is within area A shown in the figure.
Press the quick release connector into the engine coolant control valve.

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Press in the retainer with your fingers in the direction of the arrow shown in the figure.

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NOTE:
- If the retainer cannot be pressed down, press the quick release connector further into the engine coolant control valve.
Lightly pull and push the quick release connector a few times, and then verify that it is connected securely.
Verify that the hose clamp does not interfere with the surrounding accessories.