Radiator Outlet Hose Replacement

Radiator Outlet Hose Replacement (6.0L)

Removal Procedure

1. Drain the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling (3.6 L) (Service and Repair)Cooling System Draining and Filling (6.0 L) (Service and Repair).
2. Remove the radiator air baffle and deflector. Refer to Radiator Air Upper Baffle and Deflector Replacement (Service and Repair).
3. Remove the air intake duct. Refer to Air Cleaner Inlet Duct Replacement (Service and Repair).
Warning: Refer to Radiator Cap Removal Warning (Service Precautions).

4. Ensure engine is below 50°C before removing the radiator cap.




Warning: Refer to Safety Glasses Warning (Safety Glasses Warning).


Note: If outlet hose (3) is not being replaced leave retaining clamp (2) attached to hose.

5. Release the outlet hose retaining hose clamp (2).
6. Detach the outlet hose (3) from the thermostat housing (1).

Danger: To avoid any vehicle damage, serious personal injury or death when major components are removed from the vehicle and the vehicle is supported by a hoist, support the vehicle with jack stands at the opposite end from which the components are being removed and strap the vehicle to the hoist.


7. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle (Service and Repair).
8. Remove the air deflector. Refer to Front Air Deflector Replacement (Service and Repair).





Note: If outlet hose (1) is not being replaced, leave retaining clamp (2) attached to hose.

Note: Access to the outlet hose is restricted. Removal of the cooling fans will aid with access. Refer to Cooling Fan and Shroud Replacement (Service and Repair).

9. Remove the outlet hose (1) by releasing the retaining hose clamp (2).
10. Remove the outlet hose (1).

Installation Procedure





Caution: Refer to Installing Hoses without Twists or Bends Caution (Installing Hoses without Twists or Bends Caution).

1. Install the bottom end of the outlet hose (1).

Note: Ensure the retaining clamp is seated correctly.

2. Secure the hose by sliding the retaining hose clamp (2) over it.
3. Install the air deflector. Refer to Front Air Deflector Replacement (Service and Repair).
4. Lower the vehicle.




5. Install the top end of the outlet hose (3) onto the thermostat housing (1).
6. Secure the outlet hose by sliding the retaining hose clamp (2) over it.
7. Install the air intake duct. Refer to Air Cleaner Inlet Duct Replacement (Service and Repair).
8. Install the radiator air baffle and deflector. Refer to Radiator Air Upper Baffle and Deflector Replacement (Service and Repair).
9. Fill the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling (3.6 L) (Service and Repair)Cooling System Draining and Filling (6.0 L) (Service and Repair).
10. Inspect cooling system for leaks.