How Do You Install Chevy Water Pump Heater Hose Connections?
Heater hoses connect to the water pump and carry heated coolant to the heater core located under the dashboard. Hoses can crack and split or dry out from engine heat and age. When this happens, you can replace them with factory hoses or cut a new hose to specific lengths. The heater hose connection at the water pump consists of a small metal tube or nipple that allows the hose to fit over it. The nipples can rust and crack like any other metal component. It requires a little patience and finesse to replace one on a Chevy. With a few tools and steps, the you can accomplish the task. Place the vehicle in park or neutral and set the emergency brake. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Use a floor jack to lift the vehicle high enough to place two jack stands under the front frame near each wheel. Loosen the radiator drain petcock valve and drain the coolant into a pan. Remove the cooling fan shroud if you need the extra clearance to gain access to the heater hose connections by using th
