Checking Radiator Hoses and Clamps

1. Park the vehicle safely. (See Parking Safely in the SAFETY section.)

2. Raise cargo box.

3. Open hood.

4. Visually inspect hoses for cracks and wear. Squeeze hoses to check for deterioration. Hoses should not be hard and brittle, nor soft or swollen.

   
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   Remove access panel (A) behind passenger seat.

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5. Check radiator hoses (B) between intermediate tubes and engine for damage or cracking. Replace if necessary.

6. Check hose clamps (C) and tighten or replace as needed.

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   Vehicle components shown removed for better view.

   Check radiator hoses (D) between intermediate tubes and engine and thermostat (E) for damage or cracking. Replace if necessary.

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8. Check hose clamps (F) and tighten or replace as needed.

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   Vehicle components shown removed for better view.

   Check radiator hoses (G) between intermediate tubes and radiator for damage or cracking. Replace if necessary.

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10. Check hose clamps (H) and tighten or replace as needed.

11. Close hood.

12. Lower cargo box.