How to Replace Radiator Overflow Bottle 93-97 Dodge Intrepid

Difficulty: Intermediate · About 35 min · Dodge Intrepid

Replace the radiator overflow bottle on a 1993-1997 Dodge Intrepid.

Steps

1. Remove the air intake hose

   Loosen its clamps with a screwdriver, then pull it off.

2. Remove the old bottle

   Pry off its plug with a screwdriver and pliers, remove its two 10mm bolts, loosen the upper and lower hose clamps with slip-joint pliers, twist off both hoses and the overflow hose, then lift the bottle out.

3. Install the new bottle

   Set it into place, insert its two 10mm bolts, twist the hoses back on, tighten their clamps, then push the plug back in and tighten the bolts.

4. Refill the coolant

   Twist off the radiator cap, add coolant until it's about an inch and a half below the cap, twist the cap back on, then fill the overflow bottle.

5. Reinstall the intake hose

   Push it back into place and tighten its clamps.

Check your vehicle’s repair manual for exact specifications and fit.