Fix Y Pipe Heater Hose Leak kit 2008-2014 Dodge Caravan Chrysler Town and Country Minivan

[@bigeyejim]

I've had this same METAL pipe on my DGC for YEARS!!! I bought from your link years ago!1. Cheers!

[@bigeyejim]

Which brings up another point. Do you have a metal y pipe for the other joint!??😬😬

[@CLyon-cc9jp]

Wow, thanks for this! My plastic pipe split and was spaying all over. I searched and found your video and this is going to save me time and money rather than having my van towed to Chrysler.

[@bjennings19]

I replaced this piece a few years ago, and now the other one is leaking. I forgot how I did it, and this was a great reminder! Thank you! This will be the LAST Chrysler/Dodge I will ever own.

[@wkdravenna]

You should get a Peterbuilt those are reliable vehicles!

[@gordonfcarlson]

THANK YOU! The local dealer service dept appointment schedule was backed up for several days, and so I (with neophyte car repair skills) went to Lowes, found the exact same PEX brass fitting, used some extra hose clamps and heater hose I had around the house, and fixed my split (factory plastic) fitting for $4. Avoiding a $300 repair bill, and getting it done today in 1 hour, including the trip to Lowes. Thanks for your efforts in putting this online. Well done!

[@gordonfcarlson]

@Patrick S. Thanks for the advice. Had the van for 5 more years since that fix, and still working fine. I gave the van (225k miles) to a friend 6 months ago.. no problems. But if I ever need to repeat this type of repair in future will take your advice into consideration.

[@nfisher9852]

Found coolant all over my garage floor. Took my Caravan in. Dodge quoted $450 for repair. Not happening. Found your video after my 2010 grand caravan was dumping coolant after being driven. Ordered the part in your link, followed your guide, saved $435. Very much appreciated. Subscribed.

[@CarsandCoding]

Awesome! Glad you found the video and saved some major cash!

[@erinjohnson5651]

Excellent!!! Wish I had known about the metal y-pipe the last time I replaced it. Ours has gone out every 50k. Thanks Chrysler!!!

[@azmo1981]

yep, going to get the aluminum one right now lol...3rd time a charm right?

[@blackheart8121]

Yeah, dodge was like, it's under warranty but it's a $100 deductible. I says put the metal one not the cheap plastic you keep putting on and it keeps cracking. Nope, so I go to Autozone, $15, and 10 minutes work. No more cracked u-shaped radiator connector...

[@hickorytaylor]

You saved me a couple hundred dollars with your video. Did it today. Took 10 15 minutes and worked well. Thanks!

[@CarsandCoding]

Awesome! Feels good to do it yourself!

[@hickorytaylor]

@@CarsandCoding I had convinced myself I'd just jack it up after going to O'reilly's and them pushing the entire hose and OEM plastic part assembly on me for $159 plus tax. I didn't buy it and then went home and started looking at youtube and the moment I saw your video I was angry at O'reilly's for not offering this alternative as I had no idea it existed. Makes way more sense to remove and replace the defective part if the hoses are all in good shape and when I got to your tool list I'm lilke I've got all that, no trimmer big enough but I have a very sharp utility knife and it worked fine. You ever get by Ohio I owe you a beer or a soft drink. Appreciate the video.

[@businessbywebofficial]

Did mine today. Advance Auto $15.99 kit. I ordered and paid online and got 25% off. Saved myself 4 bucks. Happy days are here again.

[@tongtongwang]

link?

[@nickfotopoulos5323]

I have an 08 Dodge. I've replaced this twice in the last 30,000 miles. They should recall this faulty part. Thanks for the video. The metal replacement Y was exactly what I was thinking would permenantly fix this.

[@nickfotopoulos5323]

The eBay link in the description isn't good anymore, here is a new one: www.ebay.com/itm/GRAND-CARAVAN-ALUMINUM-METAL-HVAC-HEATER-HOSE-Y-CONNECTOR-REPAIR-KIT-47238HP/372203865536?epid=12011129921&hash=item56a91445c0:g:HuwAAOSw301aaOuW

[@kirkdarling4120]

My dealer was charging $500 to fix this. I'm an old guy, but I've overhauled an engine in my garage, swapped cylinder heads in a carport, and installed starters in the parts store parking lot. When I looked at the hose they said needed to be replaced at $500, I said..."You gotta be kidding me. For this?" Thanks for your video--that tip to get an aluminum Y came in handy.

[@lilkkloc]

Thank you sooo much for this video. This happened to me and thanks to you, I saved money and did it myself. You made it soo easy. I am a female and most females wont get out and mess with cars, but I did. You rock. No more leaks from the Y pipe. Yaaay!!!

[@CarsandCoding]

Glad you were able to do it! You rock!! :)

[@Mamutoi44]

#metoo

[@Hitube9]

Thank you this leak just happened to me in my Dodge Caravan 2010. The labor would have cost me over $50 and the part they were saying cost $91.

[@liudas5377]

You saved my butt.... Thank you for taking the time to do the video. Those garden snips were the key!!

[@pope4gbg]

Appreciated. Fixed this and she runs amazing. These videos are life savers.

[@thomasowens6031]

Thanks for the suggestions. I really appreciate your coming back so soon. Tom

[@user-ke6ze6zq5e]

Heads up to those using the T solution instead of the Y. I did this in my '08 Town & Country and while the repair fixed the leak, it also altered the flow of coolant and prevented the heater core from getting proper flow. I had to switch to a Y to fix it. Mine was a 4.0L Limited and the heater core hose was the high point, so when the pressure dead ended into the T, the path of least resistance went away from the heater core since it was up higher.

[@ngkngk875]

William Yup just happened to me. Im hoping I can get it to go up somehow by maybe taking some of the angle off.

[@deedeegregory3701]

Always reuse existing factory hose clamps. They never lose tension and maintain equal pressure all the way around the hose. This can not be said with the screw type supplied with the kit. Good idea to replace both "Y" Pipes" while you are in there. Its a matter of time before the other one leaks. It's easier to get to with the main one already disconnected, as well as hood up and tools out.

[@Mamutoi44]

My friend also told me to replace the thermostat too

[@bryanh9387]

thanks, this helped me a lot. the only difference is i used a copper T from lowes for 3 dollars instead of that aluminum piece. worked perfect. exact same process.

[@hectorteja8460]

Did you have to cut the hoses by chance? I did on mine cause the hoses expanded and seemed loose on 3/4 t pipe

[@robertleclerc1872]

Thank you for posting this! Heading to advance auto to grab this tomorrow, $16 for what should be a permanent term fix!

[@ramesjm]

I wish I would have watched this video 3 years ago when I replaced this Y with the plastic assembly at $100+!!! Now I'm going to replace again....this time with the aluminum one.

[@otsegorob7940]

Works on a 2010 dodge journey as well. A little more work due to location of y being hidden behind the engine further back

[@matthornedeaglesr.5237]

On the dodge journey... Isn't the hoses secured with hose clamps..??... from off the assembly line..??..

[@rmproute66]

I replaced both of the Y pipes with aluminum and on the y pipe near the firewall, I also had to replace the 90 degree connector with Denso 80462 Quick Connector on my 2014 caravan because the previous connector had the cheap plastic crimp and had to throw that out. The Denso hose connector clicked onto the hard line like the Factory part and all I had to do is clamp the 5/8" hose onto it.

[@rmproute66]

That Denso part is hard to find at the chain auto parts stores and unable to order on Amazon, but I was able to easily order it on eBay.

[@Mamutoi44]

Thank you! I should be able to do it tomorrow. Mechanic wanted to charge me $400 😂

[@LayZeeDawg]

Here's a quick tip, a small Tupperware container around 4 x 6 x 1-1/2 inch deep under the cut hoses will catch the dripping antifreeze which can be poured back into the overflow tank and will reduce the amount of antifreeze to clean up.

[@NuckinusFuticus]

Wont change the fact that coolant is leaking and a leak will only get worse over time. Wether you DIY or take it to a shop a coolant leak will eventually leave you stranded

[@LayZeeDawg]

This was to catch the antifreeze during the repair. I wouldnt suggest to anyone that they put plastic tupperware on top of the hot exhaust and drive.

[@gbuitron]

thank you great video I was a little hesitant at first but not anymore.

[@onecircuit]

Why this isn't a freakin recall I'll never know.

[@mikeburkholder7063]

OneCircuit no doubt!! We have a 2009 caravan and same thing happened to us on our 12 hr trip to myrtal beach 🏝

[@azmo1981]

Right, I replaced it twice with the factory part. Going to the store today to get this part!

[@talotta2003]

This was awesome, got the job done. Been a few months and still going

[@Jordendog]

Dorman now makes a replacement for both the lines. You get both with purchase. Plastic replaced with aluminum "Y" fittings and includes new hoses and clamps. About $60.00 dollars delivered from RockAuto. Part # MTM 626-315HP

[@vanlife4256]

Excellent job! Thank you for sharing!

[@LowsJuan]

The most important thing about the repair is that only a metal fitting will last. Anything else like nylon or plastic will fail because the temp. at the back of the engine are too high for anything but metal.

[@dandyfunhouse]

I've always used brass t connectors from the hardware store (works great) but have this on my purchase list for my new town and country. Was curious how your longer term experience with these connectors went? I have harvested my old brass connectors each time I've retired a van (they've worked flawlessly. The reason I'm looking at these instead is because it looks like it's just an easier install.

[@CarsandCoding]

I recently went to a junkyard and saw a 2008 van with my fix on it! The fix outlasted the van!

[@jimfreyler2944]

Just got ripped off big time from Chrysler dealership for this same repair. $142 for the hose and $237 labor to replace it. Never again.

[@MusicMinisterJP7]

Fine outcome. But I would advise everyone who watches these videos, Not to cut the hose, but the 1-1/4" abs clamps. This would ensure you the proper size hose. In other words, cut the black plastic clamps carefully thru the middle, (I used dremel tool w/ cutting blade) without cutting into the hose material. Also, Never use those "Screw-type" clamps, use original pressure-adjusting clamps. Mechanics would know, that all these heat channeling hoses expand, and the clamp needs to expand with them. That's why this design

[@JoseCruz-nd8fi]

I had the vertical y-pipe behind the one you showed on the video burst. Can it be replaced using the same method shown here?

[@CarsandCoding]

Anything is possible! Try and see what works, or get the replacement part, which is available at any auto parts store these days

[@MusicMinisterJP7]

Great fix. I tried clicking on the ebay link, for This aluminum Y pipe you have here, but it didn't show. Can you share where or how you obtained it? It provides a better flow than a T pipe. Thx.

[@CarsandCoding]

Here is a new link: amzn.to/3FS8IuQ

[@MusicMinisterJP7]

@@CarsandCoding Awesome thanks..

[@sounddesignsforyou998]

Amateur video, but great video lol, I only say this because of putting down the camera. You did a great job man, thanks a lot. I use tripods and headgear to hold the camera on my forehead, but it does make some dizzy as well.

[@mikimiki195]

BMW has same plastic Y fitting on engine N63

[@randypurves7625]

Why can't you say what hose size is

[@karamahrt1]

I just did this tonight. I drove it around and it's still going over the half way mark for temperature. Is there anything else I need to do? It's not leaking any fluid aND we topped it off with antifreeze.

[@CarsandCoding]

you may need to add more. let it cool down, take the radiator cap off and fill it. Start it up with the cap off, and squeeze the top radiator hose to get the air out.

[@XsloviX]

Your thermostat could be shot...

[@riggs_219]

Thermostat bro!!

[@TheDjcrunk214]

What size I this hose/pipe? 3/4???

[@CarsandCoding]

Watch this video and look at the description for full instructions: kzbin.info/www/bejne/enOxqo2HeZ5_epo

[@ianogden2323]

That description doesn't explain anything nor does the video about the size. Plus the link to Ebay is dead.

[@-gundy8444]

Do you have to drain the coolant before? Can u pinch the hoses so no coolant comes out? Will air bubbles get in the system?

[@CarsandCoding]

Dallas Gundrum you don't have to drain any coolant, only a little comes out. Cut off the old, clamp on the new, done. Replace water/antifreeze to full mark.

[@moniquedoyle9390]

What is the name of the single hose a little bit below with two hose clamp ...that what I need to replace?

[@greetswithfire1868]

Just a piece of 5/8" heater hose. Any parts store has it..

[@joedmy785]

where! I removed the negative battery cable for a few minutes and then reconnected it... light is off and stayed off . :-)

[@CarsandCoding]

good to go. With water spraying everywhere, electrical codes can get set. Once it dries out, should be ok.

[@joedmy785]

I had to make this same repair then my check engine light is on , stays on , won't turn off... what happen?

[@CarsandCoding]

what is the code? have it checked at an auto parts store.

[@treborhi]

My 2008 dodge caravan return heater hose Y-pipe is leaking. There's a quick connect between this Y-pipe and the tubing returning to the water pump. Do you know how to operate this quick connector? Can't seem to find anything on them.

[@CarsandCoding]

treborhi that's not a quick connect. You have to cut it off. Watch the video.

[@LayZeeDawg]

There were quick connectors used for one model year on both hose assemblies, I just cant remember which ones. You need a tool to remove them if your reusing them otherwise snip the two small black cross pieces, slip off the black part then the white inner piece will come off.

[@treborhi]

cuda2000, the video is of the Y-pipe for the supply to heater cores. My problem is the return from heater cores. You can see the quick connect at 5:27 of the video. It's to the right of the piece you were working on, where it connects to the hard tubing.

[@treborhi]

G Zuk, is the special tool same as those tools for disconnecting fuel line & AC line connectors?

[@LayZeeDawg]

treborhi , it is the same type of disconnect tool. Just a plastic sleeve that slips over the aluminum tube and slides under the connector. They are sized, 5/8 is the tubing size

[@scorpio5165]

thank you.

[@paulgray1699]

Could this apply on a 2006 6 cyl. ?

[@LayZeeDawg]

Paul Gray The 2005 uses multiple hoses connecting into a welded pipe assembly that branches to front and rear, there is no plastic Y these before 2008

[@paulgray1699]

Looks like I'd better pick up a Chiltons. Thanks for the answer.

[@LayZeeDawg]

No problem. The hose assembly on the 06 and some earlier models have crimped collars rather than clamps, those need to be cut off. Also there are no hoses listed for this year separately, I used the hoses listed from 2001, they are the same and work fine. w05.dealerconnect.chrysler.com/service/mds2002/serviceInfo/en_US/80af6792.gif

[@LayZeeDawg]

This is the 06 assembly, note the crimped collar on the aluminum end. d354nuoz4t18d4.cloudfront.net/images/996a7fa078cc36c46d02f9af3bef918b/9c4929a11300447cd7083368e5f2a7ce.jpg?cb=1490025581 The whole assembly is available for around 100.00, Mopar part number 4677484AC.

[@gkman815]

No, you don’t have the dumb plastic parts

[@euniceparrish9910]

Could see where the hoses went or see that he was replacing!!!

[@mikilopez6419]

where do you get that kit aluminum y pipe?

[@CarsandCoding]

use a brass t from home Depot or Lowe's. see my other video. m.kzbin.info/www/bejne/enOxqo2HeZ5_epo

[@windage]

lot's on ebay...follow the link in the vid description for just one of the many offered

[@cruz519cc]

i looked for this y pipe at the local auto store and they told me that aluminum is not good for this type of repair that it melts with the high temperature and i can cause a big problem.. anyone know if this is true?

[@CarsandCoding]

Carlos Cruz you won't find this at an auto parts store. After being fixed on literally thousands of minivans over the last 4 years I can tell you it works just fine and does not melt. Aluminum melting point is a lot higher than the rubber hose or plastic it is replacing! :)

[@elmeromero1794]

Carlos Cruz don't believe those dumb autopart jokers. How will aluminum melt but not plastic that it comes with. This is a great kit. Or buy these same plastic one which will fail in a year or so.

[@windage]

ha ha, they are pulling your leg..remember that your pistons are aluminum and it don't get any hotter than in the combustion chamber..

[@davealexander1201]

Regular tubing cutters would cut the hoses better.

[@greetswithfire1868]

Dorman now makes a nice kit w/aluminum Y. Amazon or eBay has 'em. Search dorman 47238HP. I have a 2015 Grand Caravan, not leaking, but I will probably need a kit in the future..cost around 20 dollars.

[@tedclubberlang6428]

It is a recall

[@thethomasj1795]

I just git charged $850 for this job. My mechanic told me he had to replace the entire hose assembly. He specifically said the plastic part was broken and the entire Christmas tree hose had to be replaced. I could have done this job myself. 😩 🤯😡🤬

[@mikeennis6530]

Guess what the dealer charges to make this fix?? $630.00 - what a deal. HaHaHa (2 hours of my time - getting the equipment and replacement.

[@wapbarlow7945]

Hey cuda2000, - thank you for a great video, good photos, good guidance all the way through, particularly for the little time saving steps i.e. no need to drain the system, leave the rad cap on, 'dry fit' for cut lengths etc. Set up to install to test drive took less than an hour. Saved us at least $200 plus time and inconvenience for a dealer installed replacement assembly. Cdabluenose

[@stevel6220]

My dealer wanted almost $400 to replace the heater hoses. What a scam. Probably the last MOPAR I'll ever buy...

[@panike]

+Steve L my dealer wants 600.

[@ceoleobookingsproductions2556]

I'm paying 516.00 tomorrow

[@kismetcorp]

@@ceoleobookingsproductions2556 a fool and his money are easily parted. Good luck slave waging to pay another wage slave

[@CarlosDiaztv]

First of all you should show profesional way like a least drain and pick antifreeze on a pan first before you cut any hose and other thing the same hose may be damage by the heat of antifreeze, 6 foot of hose not to expense

[@precisesharp3902]

This doesn't pertain to 2014 dodge caravan. Hoses go a complete opposite direction. Wasted my time. You should edit your caption.