Lower radiator hose
#1
Racer
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Lower radiator hose
Just as it states. Whats the easiest way to get the old lower radiator hose off when it comes time to change the hoses. This is something i feel i can handle on my own; especially the upper one. That one is like right there on top so ya just gotta remove that shield to get to it. I did try and search for it but did not find any threads on doing this so thats why Im asking.
#2
Lexus Test Driver
If you need to search how to change a radiator hose, it's probably best you leave it to the professionals.
Is there a particular reason you feel the need to change the hoses?
Is there a particular reason you feel the need to change the hoses?
#3
Just as it states. Whats the easiest way to get the old lower radiator hose off when it comes time to change the hoses. This is something i feel i can handle on my own; especially the upper one. That one is like right there on top so ya just gotta remove that shield to get to it. I did try and search for it but did not find any threads on doing this so thats why Im asking.
#4
Really simple, make sure you drain the entire system, (forgot when I disconnected mine) the little drain valve located to the right of the lower radiator hose is really easy to open, it just simply twists off, then after it finally drains close it back and get a bucket, place it close to the hose. You'll just need a pair of good needle nose pliers, medium size flat head screw driver and vice grips they are optional but they helped squeeze down and hold the clip that secures the hose to the radiator, then just use the flat head to dislodge the hose till its almost off. Next just grab the bucket and put it under, pull the little bit of hose left on there by hand and let her drain! Reverse the steps to reinstall, i used ramps they made it so much more easier! good luck!
#5
Racer
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Mostly simple stuff though like power steering fluid extracting, maf cleaning, hvac filter changing,; u know simple stuff.
As far as why i need to; well I dont think they need changing out right now because they arent cracking or anything like that and they dont feel really "spongy"; which if im not mistaken is when they could be starting to age which could indicate a need for replacement.
#6
Racer
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Really simple, make sure you drain the entire system, (forgot when I disconnected mine) the little drain valve located to the right of the lower radiator hose is really easy to open, it just simply twists off, then after it finally drains close it back and get a bucket, place it close to the hose. You'll just need a pair of good needle nose pliers, medium size flat head screw driver and vice grips they are optional but they helped squeeze down and hold the clip that secures the hose to the radiator, then just use the flat head to dislodge the hose till its almost off. Next just grab the bucket and put it under, pull the little bit of hose left on there by hand and let her drain! Reverse the steps to reinstall, i used ramps they made it so much more easier! good luck!
#7
Realize you directed your question to Anthony, but I will offer an answer. No, but when you remove the bottom hose, all of the coolant in the radiator and some from the engine will be released in an uncontrolled fashion likely making a big mess. Much easier to slowly drain the radiator from the petcock. You do not have to drain the engine block.
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#8
No, by removing the lower hose it will just drain what's in the radiator, by removing the petcock valve you will drain mostly all of the coolant in the radiator therfore not soaking yourself and taking a bath in coolant when you go to remove the bottom hose, some people say it will be stuck... to be honest man my Rx went upwards of 7 years on the oem coolant and the hose was never remove in the past 8 years I've owned it, it was a little stuck but the flat head and a nice twist back and forth did the trick!
#9
Racer
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Thanks anthony and art for the info here. I will keep this in mind and I will bookmark this thread for future reference. Oddly enough; I figured i would just check to make sure the radiator was topped off the other day and apparently it seems whoever had it before put the generic green coolant in there because when i opened the cap there was a bit of green just inside the cap. But; it doesnt appear that its been a issue that its not the pink stuff like it should be because I went all of last summer through the intense arizona desert heat of the summer without a problem of overheating or anything. So all is well as far as that goes. But again thanks for the info anthony and art.
#10
Thanks anthony and art for the info here. I will keep this in mind and I will bookmark this thread for future reference. Oddly enough; I figured i would just check to make sure the radiator was topped off the other day and apparently it seems whoever had it before put the generic green coolant in there because when i opened the cap there was a bit of green just inside the cap. But; it doesnt appear that its been a issue that its not the pink stuff like it should be because I went all of last summer through the intense arizona desert heat of the summer without a problem of overheating or anything. So all is well as far as that goes. But again thanks for the info anthony and art.
#11
Racer
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Well if i should change it every 2 years; next time i might just put in that longer life coolant even if its more $. That way i wont have to change it or have it changed so often. But so far all is well with my rx. just got it washed too caused it was filthy from previous rains.
#12
Well if i should change it every 2 years; next time i might just put in that longer life coolant even if its more $. That way i wont have to change it or have it changed so often. But so far all is well with my rx. just got it washed too caused it was filthy from previous rains.
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