Radiator: Service and Repair
Radiator Replacement1. Drain the engine coolant.
2. Remove the condenser fan shroud assembly and radiator fan shroud assembly.
3. Remove the upper radiator hose (A).
4. Clean any dirt off the quick connector (B), radiator, and lower radiator hose.
5. Pull out the lock (C) by hand, then wiggle the quick connector loose, and remove it from the radiator. Do not use any tools to remove the quick connector.
6. Remove the automatic transmission fluid (ATF) cooler hoses (D), then plug the hose and the line.
7. Disconnect the engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor 2 connector (E).
8. Remove the intake air duct cover (A) and the four clips (B), then remove the upper radiator brackets (C).
9. Pull up the radiator, then remove the radiator cap (A), ECT sensor 2 (B), and drain plug (C).
10. Reassemble the radiator with new O-rings (D).
11. Install the radiator. Make sure the lower cushions (E) are set securely.
12. Install the upper radiator brackets (A), then install the intake air duct cover (B) and the four clips (C).
13. Check the quick connector (A) and set ring (B) for cracks or damage. If the connector and/or set ring are cracked or damaged, replace the connector.
14. Make sure the set ring is in place inside the quick connector. If the set ring is displaced or not properly seated in the connector, replace the quick connector.
15. Replace the O-ring (C) in the quick connector.
16. Check the lock (D). If the lock is damaged or deformed, replace it. When installing the new lock to the connector, slide it straight down along the groove.
17. Install a new lower radiator hose on the quick connector, and install the clamp.
18. Clean the connecting surface of the radiator (E), then apply clean engine coolant around the connecting surface.
19. Push down the lock (A), then push the quick connector (B) onto the radiator until you hear it click.
20. Install the upper radiator hose (C).
21. Install the ATF cooler hoses (D), and connect the ECT sensor 2 connector (E).
22. Install the condenser fan shroud assembly and radiator fan shroud assembly.
23. Refill the radiator with engine coolant, and bleed the air from the cooling system with the heater valve open.