I need to replace the top radiator hose on my 1999 MX5 auto. Is this a job any mug with a screwdriver can do or is it a bit more involved?
I would imagine you would need to drain some coolant from the top radiator tank into a container, remove the old hose and replace it and then put the drained coolant back in....is it that simple?
Also, could you please advise the location of the drain plug. Thanks.
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Re: Replacing top radiator hose
The drain is on the bottom in the middle, there is a round cap on the undertray you remove to get to it and you'll need a Phillips head to remove the plug. The radiator hose is very simple to remove. Just need vice grips or pliers. I'd probably replace the clamps though.
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Easy job John. Let me know if you need help (although I'm headed to Phillip island this Fri to Mon).
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Re: Replacing top radiator hose
I did this last week, I undid both clamps, removed radiator cap, pulled the hose, shoved in a new hose from supercheapauto($20) and redid the clamps.
You can make it more technical if you wish then just top the water/coolant up and remove any air bubbles from the engine before the cap goes on.
You can make it more technical if you wish then just top the water/coolant up and remove any air bubbles from the engine before the cap goes on.
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remember that mixed coolant is a nasty product- gloves required and do not spill on paintwork. You can also draw off coolant by siphoning with a hose into a clean container.
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Mr Morlock wrote:remember that mixed coolant is a nasty product- gloves required and do not spill on paintwork. You can also draw off coolant by siphoning with a hose into a clean container.
It's not that bad. Bottom screw on radiator is easier than siphoning. I've never seen it do anything to paint, though I wash or wipe clean when I spill any. You're not thinking of brake fluid are you?
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pfft my coolant went everywhere. I just doused the area with hot clean water to tidy it up afterwards!
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Re: Replacing top radiator hose
Guran wrote:Easy job John. Let me know if you need help (although I'm headed to Phillip island this Fri to Mon).
Thanks Bryan and others. You have confirmed what I thought was the method.
Have ordered one from Supercheap to instal.
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