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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2008CHEVY EXPRESS G2500, VAN CARGO, 6.6 6REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1508 (ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSRADIATOR INLET HOSE REPLACEMENT (NON-HP2)
2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 6

Radiator Inlet Hose Replacement (Non-HP2)

2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 6SECTION Radiator Inlet Hose Replacement (Non-HP2)
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Fig 1: Radiator Inlet Hose (Non-HP2)
GM1684158Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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Preliminary Procedure

  1. Drain the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling (Static Fill) .
  2. Remove the air cleaner outlet duct. Refer to Air Cleaner Resonator Outlet Duct Replacement .
1 Radiator Inlet Hose
Tip: 
  • Remove the radiator vent hose from the radiator inlet hose clips.
  • Using J 38185  reposition the radiator inlet hose clamps. See Special Tools .
RENDER: 1.0x

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.