Expansion tank rubber part question

Paul

This is part # 860 826 and is called '' rubber plate ''. It is there to prevent the bottom of the expansion tank  from rubbing on crankcase . The big hole goes AROUND the 1'' hose going to the rad ( not between the hose and the tank)

The small  hole will fit the same on the opposite side.(smaller hose)

Often, the expansion  tank is well above the crankcase and the 'rubber plate' is not usefull or needed

Ah, thank you so much for the reply, now it makes sense. From the diagram I was interpreting it as being on the hose but this makes much more sense. I'll order a replacement for the weekend and then I can see if I need it or not.

Paul

My "rubber plate" broke off at the larger attachment point.  Looking under my tank, I realized that the hoses hold it up so that the bottom of tank is not close to rubbing on anything.  I then just cut the rubber thing off at the back and removed it entirely.