HOSE AS 4I5933 - Caterpillar

Personal injury can result from escaping fluid under pressure.If a pressure indication is shown on the indicator, push the release valve in order to relieve pressure before removing any hose from the radiator.
Remove the water temperature regulator from the engine. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly Manual, "Water Temperature Regulator - Remove and Install".
Heat water in a pan until the temperature of the water is equal to the fully open temperature of the water temperature regulator. Refer to Specifications, "Water Temperature Regulator" for the fully open temperature of the water temperature regulator. Stir the water in the pan. This will distribute the temperature throughout the pan.
Hang the water temperature regulator in the pan of water. The water temperature regulator must be below the surface of the water. The water temperature regulator must be away from the sides and the bottom of the pan.
Keep the water at the correct temperature for ten minutes.
After ten minutes, remove the water temperature regulator. Immediately measure the opening of the water temperature regulator. Refer to Specifications, "Water Temperature Regulator" for the minimum opening distance of the water temperature regulator at the fully open temperature. If the distance is less than the amount listed in the manual, replace the water temperature regulator.