POST 1Original post
Have you tried squeezing both blue tabs simultaneously, perhaps push forward too to take pressure off the connection? That’s the first thing I would do, but as you noted don’t force anything because the plastic is brittle.
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YOUR RESEARCHHose Clamp on Coolant Expansion Tank
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POST 2Original post
Just my opinion, but please don't start a new thread for every obstacle you run into in your stated project of the Coolant expansion tank replacement. The original thread will serve as a valuable resource for the next guy who has the same issue. Having it all in one place makes it much easier. Sorry I don't have any insight into that project since I have a different engine and a Cayman , and haven't had an expansion tank problem, but I do follow these types of 987 issues. Good luck.
POST 3Original post
My opinion also - and since I can make this happen - I am. This is being attached to the original thread on replacement of the coolant tank.. hang on..
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