2002 Dodge Truck cooling system

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2002 Dodge Truck V8 Two Wheel Drive Automatic

i have a 2002 dadge ram 1500 with a 4.7L engine my problem is my upper rad house is hot and sweeled up when normal operating temp. and the lower rad hose is cold but not swelled what is the cause of this thanks for the help
Jan 26, 2009 at 12:44 PM
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Hi:
It sounds like the upper hose needs replaced. If it swells, the hose has broken down internally.

I would recommend replacing it soon. It may burst.
Mar 14, 2009 at 6:38 AM
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