bypass hose replacement

2008 FORD RANGER
117,000 MILES • 4.0L • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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JOHNSON 1
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what is involved in replacing bypass hose? do I have to remove thermostat box to replace hose? It looks really tight to replace.
Oct 21, 2019 at 4:34 PM
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SCGRANTURISMO
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Hello,

No, you should be able to replace the heater hoses from the engine compartment. Just remove the hose clamps and the heater hose and replace with replacement hose and clamps. I would recommend replacing the OEM clip style hose clamps with worm gear type hose clamps which are available at any auto or hardware store.

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Alex
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Oct 21, 2019 at 11:35 PM