I have a crack starting to form on one end of the upper radiator hose. Are there any special precautions I must take before changing it out?

From my understanding, I just simply remove it and replace the hose. Then top off the coolant reservoir. Am I correct?

Also, do you need to put coolant in the radiator itself? (ie remove the cap and fill)

appreciate the help you guys

 

ur going to want to drain all the coolant out first otherwise your going to have one HELL of a mess. lexls has a tut on his site on how to drain and fill properly.

 

yup drain all the coolant out...then refill..
thats what I would do.