- Important part of cooling system
- The hose coolant travels through to get between the radiator and engine
- Replace when cracked or leaking
Your Nissan relies on the cooling system to keep the vehicle from overheating. And the cooling system depends on a working, quality Radiator Coolant Hose (Upper) to operate how it's supposed to. As the coolant fluid in your Nissan goes through the radiator and coolant system to the engine, it has to go through a Radiator Coolant Hose (Upper). It's important your Radiator Coolant Hose (Upper) is free from cracks, bloating, or leaks that could cause more damage to your Nissan.
Over time, the rubber that makes up your vehicle's Radiator Coolant Hose (Upper) can wear out. When this occurs, the Radiator Coolant Hose (Upper) may become brittle and crack, causing a coolant leak. If too much coolant leaks out, the engine may not get enough coolant to keep the engine temperature under control, which could cause your Nissan to overheat. If overheating occurs, it could lead to additional repairs and even damage to the vehicle.
Also, the Radiator Coolant Hose (Upper) can get bloated, which means the hose swells up. An engine overheating from low coolant may cause extremely hot coolant to travel through the Radiator Coolant Hose (Upper), making the rubber in the hose bloat and swell, potentially causing further cracks and damage to your Radiator Coolant Hose (Upper).
If you feel the Radiator Coolant Hose (Upper) on your vehicle needs to be replaced, a visual inspection is often a good place to start. When working with the coolant system, always ensure the coolant system and engine are completely cool, as the cooling system is pressurized, and super hot coolant may spray if the Radiator Coolant Hose (Upper) becomes compromised.
When checking out the Radiator Coolant Hose (Upper), look for swelling, cracks, dry-rot, and warping. Look for coolant leaks on the ground underneath the vehicle, specifically where the Radiator Coolant Hose (Upper) attaches to the vehicle.
Additionally, check the dashboard if you feel you have a bad Radiator Coolant Hose (Upper). Check to see if the Low Coolant light is on or if the temperature gauge is showing the engine running too hot. Your owner's manual gives an overview of the different dashboard lights and their meanings.
Is it time to replace the Radiator Coolant Hose (Upper) on your Nissan? Order a genuine replacement Cooling System Radiator Coolant Hose (Upper) for your Nissan Juke. See the What This Fits tab for more details.
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