How Do You Look For Wear Or Leaks On Hoses And Clamps In A Mazda6?
Performing basic maintenance, like checking your hoses and clamps for damage and leaks, will help your Mazda6 run more efficiently, regardless of what year your vehicle is. Mechanics recommend you check your hoses and clamps once every 3 months to avoid failures. Step 1 Find the upper and lower radiator hoses, which go from the radiator to the engine and from the radiator to your exhaust manifold. The coolant hose runs from your radiator to your intake manifold. The heater hoses run from the radiator to the back of the engine block, as do the hoses attached to the intake manifold. Step 2 Inspect each hose for cracks, frisions or tiny tears. If you find any, the faulty hose needs to be replaced immediately. Wipe away grease before you check so you can easily inspect the parts. Step 3 Run your hands down the hoses to make sure they feel firm, not soft or pliable. If the hoses are soft to the touch, replace them to prevent failure. Step 4 Squeeze each hose at both ends and pay attention t
