Hose Clamps: Description
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The cooling system utilizes both worm drive and spring type hose clamps. If a spring type clamp replacement is necessary, replace with the original Mopar® equipment spring type clamp. To identify size of spring hose clamps, the size in millimeters has been stamped on each clamp (Fig 1). Refer to HOSE CLAMP USAGE CHART for proper size and location of hose clamps.
HOSE CLAMP USAGE CHART
| SPRING CLAMP LOCATION | 2.7L | 3.5L | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Upper Radiator Hose | @ engine | 39 mm | 47 mm |
| @ radiator | 39 mm | 39 mm | |
| Lower Radiator Hose | @ engine | 40 mm | 39 mm |
| @ radiator | 39 mm | 39 mm | |
| Heater Hoses | 3/4" | 27 mm | 27 mm |
| 3/8" | 17 mm | 17 mm | |