Radiator Inlet Hose Replacement

2010 Chevrolet Express 2500 V8-4.8LSECTION Radiator Inlet Hose Replacement



Radiator Inlet Hose Replacement (LU3, LR4, LM7, LQ4)

Tools Required

J 38185 Hose Pliers

Removal Procedure

1. Partially drain the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling (Static Fill) (Cooling System Draining and Filling (Static Fill)) Cooling System Draining and Filling (Vac N Fill) (Cooling System Draining and Filling (Vac N Fill)).
2. Remove the air cleaner assembly. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement (Service and Repair)
3. Reposition the clamp from the radiator inlet using the J 38185.
4. Reposition the clamp from the engine using the J 38185.
5. Remove the radiator inlet hose from the radiator.
6. Remove the radiator inlet hose from the engine.




7. Remove the radiator inlet hose (5).

Installation Procedure




1. Install the radiator inlet hose (5).
2. Install the radiator inlet hose to the radiator.
3. Install the radiator inlet hose to the engine.
4. Position the hose clamp from the engine using the J 38185.
5. Position the hose clamp from the radiator inlet engine the J 38185.
6. Install the air cleaner assembly. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement (Service and Repair)
7. Fill the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling (Static Fill) (Cooling System Draining and Filling (Static Fill)) Cooling System Draining and Filling (Vac N Fill) (Cooling System Draining and Filling (Vac N Fill)).

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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.