Heating and Cooling Hoses — Checking (Honda CR-V 1)

It is recommended to periodically check the condition of the hoses every 24,000 km, especially in early spring and early autumn and winter, combining this procedure with other types of maintenance. If visible damage is found, replace the hose. If a bulge forms when the hose is compressed, the hose must also be replaced.

Replacing hoses

1. With the engine cool, unscrew the radiator filler cap.

2. Drain some of the coolant (to replace the lower hoses, you need to drain all the liquid).

3. Remove the clamps (to do this, wire ties need to be squeezed with pliers).

4. Carefully turn and remove the hose from the corresponding branch pipe (if necessary, carefully cut the hose with a razor blade to avoid damaging the surface of the nozzle).

5. When installing, dip the end of the hose into the coolant, put on the clamp and put the hose on the branch pipe.

6. Secure the hose with a clamp, the clamp should be approximately 6 mm from the edge of the hose, which should be behind the convex part of the branch pipe.

7. Fill with fluid and warm up the engine, watching for leaks.