How Do You Tighten Or Replace Coolant Hoses In A Chevy Avalanche?
Tightening or replacing cooling hoses on the Chevy Avalanche is an easy project that requires basic tools and about 30 minutes. The Chevy Avalanche comes with a variety of engine options including diesel but they all use the same easy instructions for changing out the cooling hoses. Let the truck cool down for at least an hour after driving. Remove the three bolts on the radiator cover and lift the shroud away from the engine. Remove the radiator cap and place a bucket or catch can under the drain plug. Drain enough coolant from the radiator to keep fluid from leaking when removing the hoses. Loosen the hose clamps with pliers for spring clamps or a nut driver for screw clamps. Move the clamps to the middle of the hose. Pull or twist the hose ends until they are free from the nipple. Cut difficult hoses with a knife and peel the end away from the fitting. Place the clamps over the new coolant hose and dip the hose end in clean coolant. Push the hose onto the nipple. Turn the hose aroun
