TM 9-2320-289-20
3-33.
RADIATOR HOSES AND CLAMPS REPLACEMENT.
This task covers:
a. Removal
c. Installation
b. Cleaning and Inspection
INITIAL SETUP:
Equipment Condition
General Safety Instructions
Cooling system drained.
Servicing of engine cooling system
(See paragraph 3-30)
should only be performed on a cool
engine.
a.
REMOVAL
WARNING
Servicing of engine cooling system should only be performed on a cool
engine. Never remove clamps (2 and 5) or hoses (4 and 6) when engine is
hot. Pressurized steam or hot water will cause serious burns.
NOTE
Hose support (1) secures both radiator inlet hose (4) and front axle vent
hose (7) to fan shroud.
1.
Remove bolt (3), front axle vent hose (7), and hose support (1).
2.
Remove 2 clamps (2 and 5) and radiator inlet hose (4).
3.
Remove 2 clamps (2) and radiator outlet hose (6).
b. CLEANING AND INSPECTION I
1.
Clean all hose connection areas.
2.
Inspect radiator inlet hose (4) and radiator outlet hose (6) for cracks, punctures, or splits.
Replace if any of these conditions exist.
3.
Inspect all clamps (2 and 5) and hose support (1) for signs of damage, wear, or corrosion.
Replace if any of these conditions exist.
c.
INSTALLATION
CAUTION
Ensure that extra large tab (hose protector) on clamp (5) is positioned at
bottom when clamp is fully installed to prevent radiator hose damage from
air conditioner or alternator belt.
1.
Install radiator inlet hose (4) with 2 clamps (2 and 5).
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