Should both heater core hoses be the same temperature?
The coolant temperature should hit at least 160°, preferably 180° to 220°. If coolant temperature is acceptable, feel both heater hoses, which should be hot.
How often should you change your heater hoses?
Important Tips: Radiator hose replacement is recommended every four years or 60,000 miles. If you are going to replace your hose yourself, be sure to get the exact hose for your year, make and model.
Which radiator hose is the return?
The upper radiator hose is where the hot coolant enters the radiator from the engine. It cycles through the radiator, cooling as it goes. When it reaches the bottom, it moves out of the radiator through the lower hose and back into the engine to start the cycle once more.
When to change the heater and radiator hoses?
I drive a 2002 Ford Ranger and am wondering at what mileage should I change the heater and radiator hoses. The truck lives in Phoenix, AZ and is driven almost daily. Change the radiator when it stops working or starts leaking. It’s not something you normally change prophylactically.
Where are the radiator and heater hoses located?
Radiator and Heater Hoses In a typical automotive cooling system, you’ll find at least 4 main hoses. First, the upper radiator hose leads directly from the thermostat housing (on the intake manifold or cylinder head) into the top of the radiator. Attached to the bottom of the radiator is a lower radiator hose.
Do you need to replace your radiator hose clamps?
Any time your hoses are replaced, it is also recommended that you replace your hose clamps. Hose clamps keep your engine and radiator hoses in place and can weaken from constant tension over time. Avoiding hose replacement can cause a variety of concerns.
Why are radiator and heater hoses made of rubber?
It’s the only means of transportation throughout the engine used to transfer fluid to keep the engine cool and some, to warm the air, to keep passengers warm in the winter. Over time car radiator hoses and other vital hoses, which are mostly made of rubber, begin to break down from dry air, heat, and use.