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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2008HHR LT, 2.4 P, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 403 (ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSRADIATOR INLET HOSE REPLACEMENT

2008 Chevrolet HHR LT, 2.4 P, Automatic

Radiator Inlet Hose Replacement

2008 Chevrolet HHR LT, 2.4 P, AutomaticSECTION Radiator Inlet Hose Replacement

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Chevrolet HHR. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Radiator Inlet Hose

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Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedures Remove the air cleaner assembly. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement for the 2.2L and 2.4L engines or Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement for the 2.0L engine. Partially drain the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling (Static Fill-LNF) or Cooling System Draining and Filling (Static Fill-LE8, LE9) or Cooling System Draining and Filling (GE 47716 Fill) .
1	Radiator Cap
2	Coolant Recovery Reservoir Hose Tip: Only remove the coolant recovery reservoir hose from the radiator fill neck tube.
3	Radiator Inlet - Front Hose Procedure: Use J 38185 to reposition hose on the radiator inlet hose. See Special Tools .
4	Radiator Fill Tube Neck
5	Radiator Inlet - Rear Hose Procedure: Use J 38185 to reposition hose on the radiator inlet hose. See Special Tools . Special Tools: J 38185 Hose Clamp Pliers. See Special Tools .

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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.