306 D Turbo Radiator

Hi... I have to day tried to change the reaidator on the 306 D turbo (1996 P
plate), but i cannot get the bottom hose back on! It looks like i need to
take the bumper off, but i am sure this is not the case!!!

does anyone have any tips as i am now at the point of towing it somewhere to
get it replaced!!!

Cheers

Steve

 

Mark

 

I've been here recently, there isn't a lot of room to get your hands to the
bottom connector because the p/s pump and alternator are in the way. One
method is, as you say, remove the bumper, but I managed to get my thin
variable jaw width plumbers pliers over both connectors and gently nip them
up. (This is what I mean:
http://www.screwfix.com/app/sfd/cat/pro.jsp?id=99954&ts=58495 )

Once you've done that you can rotate the lock ring with one hand and the job
should be complete. Make sure you replace the O ring while you're in there
too.

Chris

 

Been there myself recently with my 405,
I found it easier to dip the hose in brake fluid first, and then twist the
clip with pipe grips as previously suggested,
the brake fluid will lubricate the joint and wont damage the hose,

Fitzy