2:38 FOR ANYONE wanting to get these damn connects off. Thank you sir so much. There are countless videos on RUclips and your advice is bulletproof for these damn things. Reach back there and squeeze the tabs and the key is PUSH IN AND PULL OUT they come out very easy. I cannot appreciate enough this video. Plus thanks for the part numbers on these things. Man you’re a life saver. I drive an old bucket like this I’m always working on!!!
Thank you....I just blew the heater core hose....it cracked right at the crimp. I thought I was going have the truck towed to a garage to fix it. Your straight forward explanation of everything was spot on. I just disconnected everything in about 15 min in the rain. That last plastic manifold at the rear was a bear...but it came off. The larger hoses came off just by Squeezing the white plastic clips... The aluminium lines I needed to squeeze the clips with needle nose players and they gently came out. I'm Getting all new parts & hose tomorrow.....just a FYI..About 2wk ago I ask the dealership what it would cost to change all the hose & flush it..& put fresh coolant.The dealership want $865. I'm so happy I found ur video. Thanks again 👍....also my truck is an 2008 1500 4wd suburban LTZ. 5.3L FLEX
Great Video! My heater hose broke in the *same exact* place for my 07 Chevy Suburban. The best thing about this video was that he showed the part numbers. I had been searching on line and had gone to my local AutoZone/Advanced Auto and no one could seem to find the right part for the smaller hose that attached to the black T-connector. I searched the hose number he listed and found it in 30 seconds. I'm subscribed now.
Thank you How To!!! My son was driving when the hose broke, scared him to death, the potential bill for the repair scared me more. Your video was spot on - i was able to buy parts from GM dealer for $185 and do the repaid myself, thanks (bet you saved me at least $500 -$600 (maybe or more)! I will be coming back for more how to's?!
Mine is leaking now, I bought the part online from seller JUSTAUTOZONE2007 and it arrived yesterday. I measured it against the old hose and it is a perfect fit. Shipping on EBAY for parts guarantees that the part will fit (or not fit) your vehicle. I've been buying parts online from eBay for years, I've never ever got a wrong part. As long as you have the correct information about your vehicle, every part is exact. The hose was $27.89 plus tax $1.95, so I paid $29.84, less than $30.00, compared to your $185.00 , such a big mark-up, such a big SAVINGS. I highly recommend shopping on eBay for all your parts needs. A savings of $155.00 is much needed in this day and time, for me anyway.
Thanks for clearly showing what tabs to squeeze in for removal at 4:20 I could not tell if I needed to squeeze in the outer portion, or the inner portion which actually locks the fitting in place. Now I know it's the outer portion. It's still not easy when working on a 17 year old vehicle which has never had these previously removed.
Brian, This how to video is just perfect. anyone who is somewhat mechanically inclined can do this job. I’m no mechanic.. took me about an hour, very satisfying and worry free with help from your video. Even part ordering was simple. Subscribed. Thank you !
Very good video. What works for me best, first remove with the big tabs at the very back first. The little tabs at the front can be difficult in letting go. If you have to break the clips that hold the tabs, your installing new ones anyways, just don't bend the metal tubing. I just did this job with all new hose, like you. Nice work on the video. You're helping people save a lot of money by doing it themselves.
Great job brother. I had a leak in both my hoses followed your video and it worked like a charm. Thank you so much. It’s always good to see people taking their time to share their knowledge. I appreciate it so much..
Just finished replacing both heater hoses and T connectors. Great video helped me out a lot! I tried squeezing the clips but the connector wouldn't release. After an hour of fighting with them i eventually broke the tabs which then made pop out easily. Glad I'm done with the repair. Cheers
Very informative. I’ve been fighting with my Yukon for two hours now, trying to figure these fittings out (multiple beer break of course). Now I know what to do...thank you.
Thanks for the video. Was done in 10 minutes using my fingers to pinch the clip and pull it off. Appreciate it as I thought I needed a tool I didn't have to get the job done.
If a fitting can be over-engineered, leave it to GM to do just that. One should not have to have a video to show how to replace a heater hose. Good video tho'.
I just had the exact same one break that you held up in the video. (Few hours ago) I was lucky enough to cut it off and hose clamp it onto the stub remaining and filled it up with coolant. But I had no idea what the part was. And now I found your video. You are extremely talented and it shows with your confidence and knowledge. 👍👍 Don't mean to sound too much of an ass kisser but when that damn thang broke I thought my fn truck was on fire 😂 I got out heading towards my fire extinguisher until I saw the liquid pouring out the passanger side area under the truck. Tried to explain what I was dealing with at AutoZone but I forgot to take a picture because it was kind of like a flash bomb going off 😂 when you're driving. So anyways bud, I've saved the video and I'm beyond happy with the knowledge I just received from you and can give it a much better go at it in the morning. Also.... Was having such a wonderful day. I was on my way to my first job as my company just started up and was pulling the trailer that I just redid and had a nice clean truck... Everything was going great until that damn bomb went off. 😂😂😂😂😂 I'm going to sleep now feeling so much darn better. (Midnight in Alaska) Best wishes to ya bud! 👍 Sorry for the long story....maybe you'll have a laugh at my expense.
@@HowtoAutomotive Thanks bud, was an adrenaline rush for sure. 😂 They come in different ways now that I'm 45 years old. Lol. Was thinking time and $$$ but feel good about it now. Thanks again for making those videos! Have a good day
Excellent video. Looking forward to doing the job first thing in the morning. You made it look easy and that’s what Pros do. Thanks you saved me some money.
Thanks Brian, looks like you hit the spot on how to approach the most recent problem in my life. But, say, I'm wondering if there is any issue with replacing only the hose connector that broke, and not both segments? I have a 2007 Tahoe 5.3L, the black connector suddenly snapped, fortunately just prior to pulling into my driveway. Also, from your presentation there is a discrepancy with the lower attachments, on my vehicle, the left black connected hose feeds to the lower front inlet. Thank you. CTC
@@natenoskill1976 yes, I was able to replace just the left hose fastener... cut the factory clamp device off, losing about 1.25 inch, still enough to go on the fitting with a ring clamp. Only needed the distal piece, although did not realize until had the entire y-shape fitting off ( very difficult, had to break it off ).
Brian, excellent how to. I love my GMvehicles but honestly some of their engineering is not user friendly. The quick disconnect fittings are certainly not quick. The fitting for draining the radiator is a disaster trying to get to and utilize. It's easier to just drain the radiator by removing the lower hose on the opposite side of the radiator. Regardless, you have done an outstanding video, thanks.
10/10 on the instructions! Wish I had the extra tools but was able to take the bottom of the hose off with a sharp enough knife. That process took the most time of the process’s Seems this was only the fix for a reaction and not the original cause. Engine temp is still out of normal. Any suggestions? Maybe the thermostat caused the original problem?
Good video. An important take away I got from this video is that the white & black tees are different sizes. I did this job a week ago & it leaks. I used Dorman tees bought at Advance Auto & was sold 2 white tees that are the SAME part #. I put a white tee where the black one goes & the aluminum line leaks now. Going to GM tomorrow
That’s why you go with factory replacement parts, the people at these part stores are there to just sell parts ( right or wrong😂). This is not a pleasant job and especially not fun if you have to do it twice !!!!
Thank very much for your video that was very helpful and that way you explain it very good you get a 110 from me awesome video keep it up brother God bless you
great video dude thanks i had that problem with my suburban 08 my mechanic was replacing some spark plugs he was sititng on the engine to reach down there to one of them leaning against the one with the black fitting and cracked the hose , long story short my wife on her way to work noticed smoke coming out of engine, then also on her way back home also truck overheated so i checked and the hose with the black fitting had snapped out of place so it seems like it was cracked and finally burst on her way back home thats why the smoke. thanks for being clear on the parts to order.
Man I did this myself watching your video didnt have the pick tool to get under the hose and boy that sucker was hard to remove but I got it off and put everything in and good as new !
Brian, what kind of work platform were you using to access the connections from the front of the vehicle? It looks as though it was some kind of device that allows you to lean forward over the front of the vehicle and pull the hoses straight forward, rather than trying to work from over the right fender. I have an old elevated platform called a Topside Creeper that will be forced into action this afternoon. I was hoping to have just a 30 minute of less encounter like some of the lucky commenters, but that didn't happen. I agree with the other commenters: best description and video showing how the plastic locking tabs actually work, and how to get them to release. Kudos to you. DGBryan
If you have a topside creeper, you have already won half the battle and are very lucky. !!! Also video editing is a great thing, nothing goes a smoothly as the video depicts, all the cursing and tool throwing is usually edited out😂 but this video is the best I’ve found in correctly replacing these hoses and fittings.
Do you remember the part number for that? I wanna get it from gm and I this video doesn't show the PN nor does the link. Any help will be appreciated 🙏
@@ChristianGarcia-in6qj Dorman Part 626654 snagged it off Rockauto for $20, then paid $58 for next day delivery because I had to haha it was faster than any auto part store near me. Hope it helps!!!
Thank you!! You helped me save money fixing my truck took a minute with the clips 😩 but in did everything you said and runs great...please do one of the front heater not blowing hot or cold air please.
If one comes in the shop for that symptom I can do a video. Usually they’re a little motors in the dash to go bad. They are called blend air door actuators
Did you have to clean the ends of the aluminum tubes with any solvent/brake cleaner and put anything on the ends of the tubes (i.e. grease, soapy water) before installing the tee connectors?
Great video!! I just did this job last night on my 2001 Suburban. Not one of the tabs would release. Bought 4 tools that parts store had... not one worked. Spent 2 1/2 hours carefully chiseling off the old parts. What a crap design!!! Any tips for when the clips don't want to release? Thanks in advance.
Well, shazaaam, shazaaam..... a near miracle to come across a youtube video actually showing, in useful detail, just how to deal with these (MISERABLE) quick-disconnect fittings on GM hoses.... Jumpin' jehosophat, amazing..... Imagine, it IS actually possible to quickly disconnect a "quick disconnect" fitting. Too bad GM never bothered to put a DIY video on just how to work with these awful things. (had me thinking all these years they were designed so folks would give up in despair and take it to the gm stealerships.....) Rant over. Thanks again, one of the more useful youtube diy videos, for this one narrow tip.
Thank you very much. I got the new white fitting on, and getting a small drip, from what looks like the non heater core metal connection point... any ideas?
Hey buddy hope you get this message. The hose that goes to the black tee, i just cut the crimp part off and just put a new connection with a clamp. Would it leak?
Can a heater core flush be done without disconnection at the Tees. I dont understand the relation of the AC system tees tying into the core with thoes T connectors... I just want to flush the darn core and be done
Thanks for sharing this awesome and well explain video but i got a question i just did mine today and now i see vapor coming out my vents and a lot smell of coolant? Do you know why or what should I do?
I just bought a 2004 Cadillac Escalade with the 6.0 and it’s leaking coolant from somewhere and I can’t find it. No wet spots on the floor. Would replacing these hoses help? the water pump was replaced but still it leaks. Also it only smell like coolant outside the truck. The smell comes from the water pump, thermostat side of the engine only
This seems to be EXACTLY the problem w/my 2009 Tahoe. Same hose, same break. It looks a little more complicated than I was led to believe. Questions: I am extremely budget limited, and this is my only vehicle, so time is important as well. Also, my Tahoe while dependable and maintained in a timely manner, is a rebuild, so I am okay w/NOT GM manufacture parts, as in this case, the cheaper but dependable method/parts are best. I am not clear on why both hoses needed to be disconnected from the motor, while only one is broke off from the connection at firewall? Any help as to the necessities vs extras of this job video, I am so thankful!
Those plastic fittings get brittle over time going through numerous heat cycles causing the “O” rings to leak. Since this is not a real pleasant job most people find it cheaper in the long run to just replace both, with GM parts to assure proper fit, and to save on expensive antifreeze. However, you can go the cheaper route and pay a repair shop $500 for a piece of rubber hose and 2 clamps, and still have a leak !!! That’s what I did, but I assure you that will never happen again !!! I got the GM replacement parts and did the job right for half that myself. But it’s your vehicle, you can do whatever is best for you.
Started truck let it idle coolant did not drop had to shut it off let it sit about 5 minutes opened the cap and coolant was sucked down only worked twice hasn’t worked since would this be a sign of a bad thermostat? Both top and bottom hoses are hot
All I did was cut the factory clamp off the hose that snapped off in the beginning of the video. It has enough slack to just add a clamp. No need to replace the T fitting.
Yeah I did that too. Two weeks later T broke on the highway. Lost most of my coolant and had to get towed home. Should of done it right from the get go. Thanks for the part numbers Axle's Garage
Over time the plastic fittings and “O” rings in the plastic fittings will deteriorate ( get brittle) and leak. My Tahoe blew a heater hose coming home from work one morning, didn’t have time to fix it so a shop charged me $500 for a piece of rubber hose and two clamps………….. it still leaked !!!! Never again. I ordered the GM parts and did the proper replacement myself.
Great video. The part number on the bigger hose that is a Y is not shown in the video. You try to point it out but it’s above the QTY 1 and it’s not shown.
There’s no rules saying you have to replace them both at the same time but I guarantee you the next one will leak soon after. Especially after you been in the area touching things.
the 2nd hose you connected, where did you get that from because the part you linked isnt the same. Im looking for one with the quick disconnect attached already
Chris S I’m pretty sure that the same on the flex fuel. I would recommend replacing the fittings they are weak point and at some point they will go out.
hi, whats the name of the Y connector on the minute 1:50 everybody its telling me that is the heater hose connector, but that one is the one connected to the firewall... I need to know the Y shaped name por replace it in a 2006 escalade ext thanks!
Erick Garza Belloso I believe you were talking about the heater hose that goes from the reservoir to the side of the water pump.. it’s not a TV it’s built into the hose.
@@HowtoAutomotive yes I'm sorry to bother, I watch the entire video and assumed that the only way to get that part is buying the entire hose assembly. Very helpful and thank you for the detailed explanation!
mine broke in same spot yesterday while driving on my 2007 yukon xl. stealership charged me about $900 ($200 parts + $600 labor + $100 coolant flush/fill)
The affiliate link for the straight hose is very different than the one you have from GM. It looks like that one is just hose, but it doesn't have the metal piece on the one end. I'm confused. Do you need to add your own connector to make that work?
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2:38 FOR ANYONE wanting to get these damn connects off. Thank you sir so much. There are countless videos on RUclips and your advice is bulletproof for these damn things. Reach back there and squeeze the tabs and the key is PUSH IN AND PULL OUT they come out very easy. I cannot appreciate enough this video. Plus thanks for the part numbers on these things. Man you’re a life saver. I drive an old bucket like this I’m always working on!!!
Thank you....I just blew the heater core hose....it cracked right at the crimp. I thought I was going have the truck towed to a garage to fix it. Your straight forward explanation of everything was spot on. I just disconnected everything in about 15 min in the rain. That last plastic manifold at the rear was a bear...but it came off. The larger hoses came off just by Squeezing the white plastic clips... The aluminium lines I needed to squeeze the clips with needle nose players and they gently came out. I'm Getting all new parts & hose tomorrow.....just a FYI..About 2wk ago I ask the dealership what it would cost to change all the hose & flush it..& put fresh coolant.The dealership want $865. I'm so happy I found ur video. Thanks again 👍....also my truck is an 2008 1500 4wd suburban LTZ. 5.3L FLEX
$865.00 WOW! What a rip off. I cannot believe the prices out there. That's an incredible price.
Great Video! My heater hose broke in the *same exact* place for my 07 Chevy Suburban. The best thing about this video was that he showed the part numbers. I had been searching on line and had gone to my local AutoZone/Advanced Auto and no one could seem to find the right part for the smaller hose that attached to the black T-connector. I searched the hose number he listed and found it in 30 seconds.
I'm subscribed now.
Thank you How To!!! My son was driving when the hose broke, scared him to death, the potential bill for the repair scared me more. Your video was spot on - i was able to buy parts from GM dealer for $185 and do the repaid myself, thanks (bet you saved me at least $500 -$600 (maybe or more)! I will be coming back for more how to's?!
Mine just broke today. Exactly the same. Now can't find all the pieces in my area. Shipping isn't until after Xmas.
Mine is leaking now, I bought the part online from seller JUSTAUTOZONE2007 and it arrived yesterday. I measured it against the old hose and it is a perfect fit. Shipping on EBAY for parts guarantees that the part will fit (or not fit) your vehicle. I've been buying parts online from eBay for years, I've never ever got a wrong part. As long as you have the correct information about your vehicle, every part is exact.
The hose was $27.89 plus tax $1.95, so I paid $29.84, less than $30.00, compared to your $185.00 , such a big mark-up, such a big SAVINGS. I highly recommend shopping on eBay for all your parts needs. A savings of $155.00 is much needed in this day and time, for me anyway.
Thanks for clearly showing what tabs to squeeze in for removal at 4:20
I could not tell if I needed to squeeze in the outer portion, or the inner portion which actually locks the fitting in place. Now I know it's the outer portion. It's still not easy when working on a 17 year old vehicle which has never had these previously removed.
Isn't that the truth. GM really makes a great vehicle.
Brian,
This how to video is just perfect. anyone who is somewhat mechanically inclined can do this job. I’m no mechanic.. took me about an hour, very satisfying and worry free with help from your video. Even part ordering was simple. Subscribed. Thank you !
Glad the video was helpful. Thank you for watching and subscribing!
Stationed in S Korea where Tahoes are not the norm. This video saved my day in showing me what part to order online. Thank You
Very good video. What works for me best, first remove with the big tabs at the very back first. The little tabs at the front can be difficult in letting go. If you have to break the clips that hold the tabs, your installing new ones anyways, just don't bend the metal tubing. I just did this job with all new hose, like you. Nice work on the video. You're helping people save a lot of money by doing it themselves.
Great job brother. I had a leak in both my hoses followed your video and it worked like a charm. Thank you so much. It’s always good to see people taking their time to share their knowledge. I appreciate it so much..
Just finished replacing both heater hoses and T connectors. Great video helped me out a lot! I tried squeezing the clips but the connector wouldn't release. After an hour of fighting with them i eventually broke the tabs which then made pop out easily. Glad I'm done with the repair. Cheers
Glad it all worked out. Thank you for watching!
Very informative. I’ve been fighting with my Yukon for two hours now, trying to figure these fittings out (multiple beer break of course). Now I know what to do...thank you.
Bill Ray glad the video was helpful. Thank you for watching and have a beer for me 😎
We have a 2007 Tahoe 5.3. This is the best video i've seen for this problem. Your explanation is clear as a bell, and I appreciate it!
Thank you!
Thanks for the video. Was done in 10 minutes using my fingers to pinch the clip and pull it off. Appreciate it as I thought I needed a tool I didn't have to get the job done.
Great video sir. No BS and wasted time, great explanations. Show all part numbers and procedures. Really helping me out. I am subscribed.
John H thank you!!
I couldn't agree more! Very helpful video!
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If a fitting can be over-engineered, leave it to GM to do just that. One should not have to have a video to show how to replace a heater hose. Good video tho'.
@@smackdown134 well. I MAY have to disagree! As a 55 yr old single female who's butt is broke, it was extremely helpful! A good start for me!
I just had the exact same one break that you held up in the video. (Few hours ago) I was lucky enough to cut it off and hose clamp it onto the stub remaining and filled it up with coolant. But I had no idea what the part was. And now I found your video. You are extremely talented and it shows with your confidence and knowledge. 👍👍
Don't mean to sound too much of an ass kisser but when that damn thang broke I thought my fn truck was on fire 😂 I got out heading towards my fire extinguisher until I saw the liquid pouring out the passanger side area under the truck. Tried to explain what I was dealing with at AutoZone but I forgot to take a picture because it was kind of like a flash bomb going off 😂 when you're driving.
So anyways bud, I've saved the video and I'm beyond happy with the knowledge I just received from you and can give it a much better go at it in the morning.
Also....
Was having such a wonderful day. I was on my way to my first job as my company just started up and was pulling the trailer that I just redid and had a nice clean truck... Everything was going great until that damn bomb went off. 😂😂😂😂😂
I'm going to sleep now feeling so much darn better. (Midnight in Alaska)
Best wishes to ya bud! 👍
Sorry for the long story....maybe you'll have a laugh at my expense.
I’m glad your truck is back on the road. I don’t mean this part stores it can be tough explaining parts. Thank you for watching!
@@HowtoAutomotive Thanks bud, was an adrenaline rush for sure. 😂
They come in different ways now that I'm 45 years old. Lol. Was thinking time and $$$ but feel good about it now. Thanks again for making those videos!
Have a good day
Perfect, your view of the label with the part number saved me. All the parts fit our 2007 2500 Suburban! Thank you!
thank you super easy straight to the point no non sense talk watch you drive to work all that bs like other how to channels thanks again!
Thanks gentlemen for RUclips demo. Didn't turn out to be a CF. Things actually went smoother than anticipated.
Richard M Glad everything went smooth. Thank you for watching!
Excellent video. Looking forward to doing the job first thing in the morning. You made it look easy and that’s what Pros do. Thanks you saved me some money.
Best video I've seen on how to get this job done!👍🏼
Thanks Brian, looks like you hit the spot on how to approach the most recent problem in my life. But, say, I'm wondering if there is any issue with replacing only the hose connector that broke, and not both segments? I have a 2007 Tahoe 5.3L, the black connector suddenly snapped, fortunately just prior to pulling into my driveway. Also, from your presentation there is a discrepancy with the lower attachments, on my vehicle, the left black connected hose feeds to the lower front inlet. Thank you. CTC
claire trebaol-clark ever replace that hose? If so, were you able just to replace the one that was broke? I’m having the same issue.
@@natenoskill1976 yes, I was able to replace just the left hose fastener... cut the factory clamp device off, losing about 1.25 inch, still enough to go on the fitting with a ring clamp. Only needed the distal piece, although did not realize until had the entire y-shape fitting off ( very difficult, had to break it off ).
claire trebaol-clark great thanks! Yes I had to break the T fitting off as well. Horrible design
Why did u change both?
Thank you. My 2007 just broke the same connector this morning. I hope the Dorman replacement parts are decent.
Brian, excellent how to. I love my GMvehicles but honestly some of their engineering is not user friendly. The quick disconnect fittings are certainly not quick. The fitting for draining the radiator is a disaster trying to get to and utilize. It's easier to just drain the radiator by removing the lower hose on the opposite side of the radiator. Regardless, you have done an outstanding video, thanks.
I agree they could’ve done a better job with these hoses. Thank you for watching!
Bro amazing video foreal very very helpful video was able to do it myself without having to pay a mechanic not a penny thank you for your help
Super video
I had to take the one plastic ring off my old one (the one that faces forward) to complete the job
Thanks a million brother
aaron thomas glad to help. Thank you for watching!
10/10 on the instructions! Wish I had the extra tools but was able to take the bottom of the hose off with a sharp enough knife. That process took the most time of the process’s Seems this was only the fix for a reaction and not the original cause. Engine temp is still out of normal. Any suggestions? Maybe the thermostat caused the original problem?
Great video, love the extra explanations and walking us through the various steps. Exactly what I look for in a great "how-to" video. Thanks!!
Good video. An important take away I got from this video is that the white & black tees are different sizes. I did this job a week ago & it leaks. I used Dorman tees bought at Advance Auto & was sold 2 white tees that are the SAME part #. I put a white tee where the black one goes & the aluminum line leaks now. Going to GM tomorrow
Some one at advanced don’t know what they are doing they have two diff ones
That’s why you go with factory replacement parts, the people at these part stores are there to just sell parts ( right or wrong😂). This is not a pleasant job and especially not fun if you have to do it twice !!!!
This exact same thing happened to my 2008 Yukon today. Yay. Thanks for the vid.
Thank very much for your video that was very helpful and that way you explain it very good you get a 110 from me awesome video keep it up brother God bless you
Glad you like the video. Thank you for watching!
Thanks Mate... showing how the hoses connectors worked help out tremendously..
Lone Star Mini Glad the video helped. Thank you for watching!
great video dude thanks i had that problem with my suburban 08 my mechanic was replacing some spark plugs he was sititng on the engine to reach down there to one of them leaning against the one with the black fitting and cracked the hose , long story short my wife on her way to work noticed smoke coming out of engine, then also on her way back home also truck overheated so i checked and the hose with the black fitting had snapped out of place so it seems like it was cracked and finally burst on her way back home thats why the smoke. thanks for being clear on the parts to order.
Great job,very informative,made it easy to replace all those hoses and fittings on my 2007 GMC Sierra pick up,thanks a bunch!
mandoblues glad to help. Thank you for writing and watching!
Man I did this myself watching your video didnt have the pick tool to get under the hose and boy that sucker was hard to remove but I got it off and put everything in and good as new !
Sideswipe713 glad it all worked out. Thank you for watching!
Brian, what kind of work platform were you using to access the connections from the front of the vehicle? It looks as though it was some kind of device that allows you to lean forward over the front of the vehicle and pull the hoses straight forward, rather than trying to work from over the right fender. I have an old elevated platform called a Topside Creeper that will be forced into action this afternoon. I was hoping to have just a 30 minute of less encounter like some of the lucky commenters, but that didn't happen. I agree with the other commenters: best description and video showing how the plastic locking tabs actually work, and how to get them to release. Kudos to you. DGBryan
If you have a topside creeper, you have already won half the battle and are very lucky. !!! Also video editing is a great thing, nothing goes a smoothly as the video depicts, all the cursing and tool throwing is usually edited out😂 but this video is the best I’ve found in correctly replacing these hoses and fittings.
Hey my heater hoses just broke off today , can I just replace that part or do I have to replace the T as well
Great video thank you, my straight hose snapped today same spot.
Do you remember the part number for that? I wanna get it from gm and I this video doesn't show the PN nor does the link. Any help will be appreciated 🙏
@@ChristianGarcia-in6qj Dorman Part 626654 snagged it off Rockauto for $20, then paid $58 for next day delivery because I had to haha it was faster than any auto part store near me. Hope it helps!!!
Thank you!! You helped me save money fixing my truck took a minute with the clips 😩 but in did everything you said and runs great...please do one of the front heater not blowing hot or cold air please.
Ps. All for 80 bucks lol 👍🏽😁
If one comes in the shop for that symptom I can do a video. Usually they’re a little motors in the dash to go bad. They are called blend air door actuators
They tried to charge me $770 parts and labor to do this. Doing it myself. This saved me some good money.
Thanks man. Help me a lot with my repair today
Hello, I was very interested in your video. My yukon broke those connectors twice and I don't know what to do.
Thanks i followed your instructions and did it in 30 minutes
Same exact break happened today. If I plug the hose can it be driven until the parts come in???? Thank you
the best .straight forward explanations. thank you
Did you have to clean the ends of the aluminum tubes with any solvent/brake cleaner and put anything on the ends of the tubes (i.e. grease, soapy water) before installing the tee connectors?
It would not hurt to clean it with some brake cleaner on a rag. Silicone grease may help the new tee go on easier .
Great video bro!
So detailed. Straight to the point.
Thank You!!
Thank you!
Hi thanks for the informative video I have the same issue but only smaller hose should I replace both?
heard that you need pincher type clamps at least on the water pump. Cold/Hot temp messes with the tightness of screw clamps.
need the part # for the last hose couldn't get a match with what you showed me
Thank you, I have the same issue with my 07 Tahoe. Wasn’t sure how to fix the problem.
hi! I have an 08 Tahoe. And I have the same problem. I want to be sure if the number of parts that you show are for my truck? thanks.
Great video!!
I just did this job last night on my 2001 Suburban.
Not one of the tabs would release. Bought 4 tools that parts store had... not one worked. Spent 2 1/2 hours carefully chiseling off the old parts.
What a crap design!!!
Any tips for when the clips don't want to release?
Thanks in advance.
Thanks for the video, saved me time and knuckles
your examples are spot on!
What size hose assembly removal tool do you use for 08 avalanche?
Well, shazaaam, shazaaam..... a near miracle to come across a youtube video actually showing, in useful detail, just how to deal with these (MISERABLE) quick-disconnect fittings on GM hoses.... Jumpin' jehosophat, amazing..... Imagine, it IS actually possible to quickly disconnect a "quick disconnect" fitting. Too bad GM never bothered to put a DIY video on just how to work with these awful things. (had me thinking all these years they were designed so folks would give up in despair and take it to the gm stealerships.....) Rant over. Thanks again, one of the more useful youtube diy videos, for this one narrow tip.
Thank you very much. I got the new white fitting on, and getting a small drip, from what looks like the non heater core metal connection point... any ideas?
Great video i was able to do mine in 30 minutes thanks
Victor Flores Awesome glad it all worked out. Thank you for watching!
awesome! right on time. i just had a hose break. do i need the t? or can i just get something to connect it back to the original t?
DONNIE WHITE I would get the tea. It could break just as easy to see other portion of it.
DONNIE WHITE there links in the description for the parts.
Might be a dumb question but I see one black connector and one white connector is that because of a particular reasn
My hose snapped just like the one in this video same hose and same crack. My question is does the T have to be replaced or is it just recommend?
It’s highly recommend it. Most likely it will break when you try to replace it or it will leak after you’re done.
Great video, straight to the point and left no question unanswered...Outstanding
What was the genuine GM part number for the second hose? It wasn't shown in the video. Thanks
Thanks a lot. And GLORY BE TO GOD ALMIGHTY AND TO HIS SON JESUS CHRIST 🙏🏾💪🏾
Very good job on your video you You didn't play any dumb music show what you're eating for lunch. Video was very informative thank you
Does the black T connector suppose to have a o ring in it the white does but not the black one
Great job and description....you are the man
Thank you!
Hey buddy hope you get this message. The hose that goes to the black tee, i just cut the crimp part off and just put a new connection with a clamp. Would it leak?
The only way to tell is if you can pressure test it.
Great video... straight forward fix
Can a heater core flush be done without disconnection at the Tees. I dont understand the relation of the AC system tees tying into the core with thoes T connectors... I just want to flush the darn core and be done
Only the the hose with the black fitting broke just like in the video. Do both black and white fitting plus both hoses need to be replaced?
Thanks for sharing this awesome and well explain video but i got a question i just did mine today and now i see vapor coming out my vents and a lot smell of coolant? Do you know why or what should I do?
It’s possible the heater core is leaking or just some cool got during the repair or if the hose broke. And it should burn off in a while
Ohh ok thanks I will check for a leak
I just bought a 2004 Cadillac Escalade with the 6.0 and it’s leaking coolant from somewhere and I can’t find it. No wet spots on the floor. Would replacing these hoses help? the water pump was replaced but still it leaks. Also it only smell like coolant outside the truck. The smell comes from the water pump, thermostat side of the engine only
This seems to be EXACTLY the problem w/my 2009 Tahoe. Same hose, same break. It looks a little more complicated than I was led to believe. Questions: I am extremely budget limited, and this is my only vehicle, so time is important as well. Also, my Tahoe while dependable and maintained in a timely manner, is a rebuild, so I am okay w/NOT GM manufacture parts, as in this case, the cheaper but dependable method/parts are best. I am not clear on why both hoses needed to be disconnected from the motor, while only one is broke off from the connection at firewall? Any help as to the necessities vs extras of this job video, I am so thankful!
Those plastic fittings get brittle over time going through numerous heat cycles causing the “O” rings to leak. Since this is not a real pleasant job most people find it cheaper in the long run to just replace both, with GM parts to assure proper fit, and to save on expensive antifreeze. However, you can go the cheaper route and pay a repair shop $500 for a piece of rubber hose and 2 clamps, and still have a leak !!! That’s what I did, but I assure you that will never happen again !!! I got the GM replacement parts and did the job right for half that myself. But it’s your vehicle, you can do whatever is best for you.
Started truck let it idle coolant did not drop had to shut it off let it sit about 5 minutes opened the cap and coolant was sucked down only worked twice hasn’t worked since would this be a sign of a bad thermostat? Both top and bottom hoses are hot
All I did was cut the factory clamp off the hose that snapped off in the beginning of the video. It has enough slack to just add a clamp. No need to replace the T fitting.
I did the same thing.
Yeah I did that too. Two weeks later T broke on the highway. Lost most of my coolant and had to get towed home. Should of done it right from the get go. Thanks for the part numbers Axle's Garage
Over time the plastic fittings and “O” rings in the plastic fittings will deteriorate ( get brittle) and leak. My Tahoe blew a heater hose coming home from work one morning, didn’t have time to fix it so a shop charged me $500 for a piece of rubber hose and two clamps………….. it still leaked !!!! Never again. I ordered the GM parts and did the proper replacement myself.
@@M21-w1y mines is still holding up with no leaks.
If the fitting snapped the t is likely next... Oem recommends replacing the whole mess every 5 years... Ridiculous!
Awesome awesome how to video.. thank you so much!!
Thank you for watching!
Hey man, what hose is that? The one that broke off, is it the inlet hose ?
Good job! What's the difference between the black and white T's? Can u use 2 black ones instead of one white?
I don't believe so did you find out?
I'm here for these comments I think I have them mixed up as well but no drips
Would you happen to know if those part numbers for the tees and heater hoses would be the same on a 2009 cadillac escalade?
Thanks for the good info keep up the good work
Is there a difference between the part being white or black? Are you able to swap them around or are they different other than color? Thanks..
They are different sizes
Does one of the hoses need a special dealership key to remove? I was told this.
Great video. The part number on the bigger hose that is a Y is not shown in the video. You try to point it out but it’s above the QTY 1 and it’s not shown.
Does this process make reduce engine go off to my hose snap while driving
Do you have to replace both hoses I just had one snap off I just want to replace that one
There’s no rules saying you have to replace them both at the same time but I guarantee you the next one will leak soon after. Especially after you been in the area touching things.
the 2nd hose you connected, where did you get that from because the part you linked isnt the same. Im looking for one with the quick disconnect attached already
How much coolant does it take to refill it when replaced.
Do you have link for parts
Just to make sure...can this work for 2007 Tahoe 5.3L FlexFuel? And do I really need to replace the Ts? My mechanic said I should only buy the hoses.
Chris S I’m pretty sure that the same on the flex fuel. I would recommend replacing the fittings they are weak point and at some point they will go out.
How to Automotive Thanks for responding.
How to Automotive Thanks again for the information. One more question. Can I re-use the pinch clamps?
What is the gold one under it called? Its on the other metal line. Mine is leaking from that gold part.
Thanks man you help me solve the problem you made it very simple
Skyhook glad the video helped. Thank you for watching!
My hose popped off and I was wondering if I should just buy the straight hose or the straight hose and the tee
It’s very common for the tes’s to leak or break. I would recommend replacing them both
hi, whats the name of the Y connector on the minute 1:50 everybody its telling me that is the heater hose connector, but that one is the one connected to the firewall... I need to know the Y shaped name por replace it in a 2006 escalade ext thanks!
Erick Garza Belloso I believe you were talking about the heater hose that goes from the reservoir to the side of the water pump.. it’s not a TV it’s built into the hose.
@@HowtoAutomotive yes I'm sorry to bother, I watch the entire video and assumed that the only way to get that part is buying the entire hose assembly. Very helpful and thank you for the detailed explanation!
Good straight forward to the point
Thanks for sharing
Can I use the old clips , or do I have to buy some. The hose I bought doesn't have them on the end that goes to the heater core
jerald smith You can reuse the old clips. Just give it a tug and make sure it’s not gonna come back off.
mine broke in same spot yesterday while driving on my 2007 yukon xl. stealership charged me about $900 ($200 parts + $600 labor + $100 coolant flush/fill)
Great video. Keep up the good work
what is the part number to where the heater hoses and resevoir tank hose connect to? the 3 way connector
The affiliate link for the straight hose is very different than the one you have from GM. It looks like that one is just hose, but it doesn't have the metal piece on the one end. I'm confused. Do you need to add your own connector to make that work?