[Paul TX]

I have a 2012 Fusion 2.5L. I need to remove the heater core hose that is connected to the engine (at the thermostat side). I have a hard time removing the clamp of that hose. The pliers I am using keep slipping. It seems I would need some pliers that go into the round hole of the clamp.

What kind of pliers would work on this clamp?

Thank you!

 

[bangster]

They can be difficult with regular slip joint pliers, but I have never had to resort to getting specialty pliers, I am guessing you are looking for something like https://www.amazon.com/Professional-Removal-Installation-Ring-Type-Flat-Band/dp/B07RTQV4F1 I don't know what type of clamp you are dealing with, the flat with the tabs (one of which fits into a slot on the other and is captured open), or the wire type with a single point on one side, and a loop on the other.

 

[Paul TX]

Thank you - this seems to be an option better than my Lisle pliers.

I attached photos of the clamp on the new hose and the clamp that I need to remove from the car.