There are some small hoses on the passenger side. I've removed the clips but they still don't want to come apart. I don't want to force it too much for fear of damaging something. I've got to get it out to replace my harmonic balancer. The Haynes manual I purchased isn't much help.
2006-09-01 02:52:16 · 8 answers · asked by Calill C 6 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
they use a quick connect system and are hard to disconnect the clip you removed is incace they weren't pushed in far engulf
it takes a special tool it can be bought at most auto parts stores push the line in push in the tool twist the tool back and forth while pushing in and pull the line out
it takes practice but youl get it
2006-09-01 03:02:37 · answer #1 · answered by mobile auto repair (mr fix it) 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try squirting some soapy water at the union, then using a large flat-blade screwdriver to work the hoses off. If they're on there good & that won't work, you may end up having to cut the hoses away, but you can just go get new hoses to replace them. That'll be a whole lot cheaper than a new radiator!
2006-09-01 03:00:10 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most likely those hoses are transmission cooling lines. You need to pry them off after removing the clamps!!! They do tend to stick and will need some "persuasion".
If they are just short pieces of hose, you can slice them with a razor knife, and replace them. You can get a piece of hose at any auto parts store (take the old one in to match the size) for a dollar or two.
2006-09-01 02:59:45 · answer #3 · answered by fire4511 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need to get a line wrench to remove the transmission cooler lines, which is what it sounds like you're trying to remove. You'll strip the fittings if you're not careful, then you're really up shite creek without a paddle.
2006-09-01 05:06:09 · answer #4 · answered by sovereign_carrie 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
maybe there are a few clips you missed? or maybe a hose is still connceted, its possible that it could of rusted its self in place id look for that too
2006-09-01 02:54:19 · answer #5 · answered by tiffany a 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
sorry no help about your car but I am getting hot thinking about you working on your car. I love a man who can work on a car.
2006-09-01 02:54:31 · answer #6 · answered by kdj204 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i agree that they are probably tranny lines. but look at the connection to see if they might be left handed threads. while you are trying to loosen it you could be tightening it.
2006-09-01 03:35:14 · answer #7 · answered by doogie494 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Use a torch!!!!
2006-09-01 02:54:05 · answer #8 · answered by jb 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋