Diesel Data: Automotive Repair

Coolant Air Bleed Hose Replacement



Coolant Air Bleed Hose Replacement (4.8L, 5.3L, and 6.0L Engines)

Removal Procedure

1. Remove the air cleaner assembly.
2. Remove the generator.
3. Partially drain the cooling system.




4. Reposition the coolant air bleed hose clamp at the throttle body.
5. Remove the coolant air bleed hose from the throttle body.




6. Position the coolant air bleed hose clamp at the pipe.
7. Remove the coolant air bleed hose (1) from the pipe (2).

Installation Procedure




1. Install the coolant air bleed hose (1) to the pipe (2).
2. Position the coolant air bleed hose clamp at the pipe.




3. Install the coolant air bleed hose to the throttle body.
4. Position the coolant air bleed hose clamp at the throttle body.
5. Install the generator.
6. Install the air cleaner assembly.
7. Fill the cooling system.