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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2009IMPALA V6-3.9LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISMAINTENANCEHOSESRADIATOR HOSESERVICE AND REPAIRRADIATOR INLET HOSE REPLACEMENT
2009 Chevrolet Impala V6-3.9L
Radiator Inlet Hose Replacement
2009 Chevrolet Impala V6-3.9LSECTION Radiator Inlet Hose Replacement
Radiator Inlet Hose Replacement (LZE-3.5L Flex Fuel, LZ4-3.5L Gas, LGD-3.9L Flex Fuel)
Tools Required
J 38185 - Hose Clamp Pliers
Removal Procedure
1. Partially drain the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling (9C1, 9C3 Static Fill) (Service and Repair)Cooling System Draining and Filling (LZE, LZ4, LGD Static Fill) (Service and Repair)Cooling System Draining and Filling (LZE, LZ4, LGD, 9C1, 9C3, GE47716 Fill) (Service and Repair).
2. Use J 38185 - Hose Clamp Pliers in order to reposition the hose clamp from the radiator.
3. Remove the inlet hose from the radiator.
4. Use J 38185 - Hose Clamp Pliers in order to reposition the hose clamp from the engine outlet pipe.
5. Remove the radiator inlet hose from the engine outlet pipe and the vehicle.
Installation Procedure
1. Install the radiator inlet hose to the engine outlet pipe.
2. Use J 38185 - Hose Clamp Pliers in order to reposition and install the hose clamp to the engine outlet pipe.
3. Install the inlet hose to the radiator.
4. Use J 38185 - Hose Clamp Pliers in order to reposition and install the hose clamp to the radiator.
5. Fill the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling (9C1, 9C3 Static Fill) (Service and Repair)Cooling System Draining and Filling (LZE, LZ4, LGD Static Fill) (Service and Repair)Cooling System Draining and Filling (LZE, LZ4, LGD, 9C1, 9C3, GE47716 Fill) (Service and Repair).
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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.