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Radiator Support Replacement




Radiator Support Replacement

Removal Procedure

1. Remove the air cleaner assembly. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement (Service and Repair).




2. Disconnect the MAF sensor wire (1) from the radiator support retainer clip.
3. Disconnect the surge tank inlet hose assembly from the radiator support tabs.




4. Remove the radiator support bolts.

Note: Note the position of the radiator support in relationship to the fan shroud. This must be reassembled correctly in order to retain the fan shroud.




5. Remove the radiator support.

Installation Procedure





Note: Position the radiator support in the correct relationship to the fan shroud.

1. Install the radiator support.





Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).

2. Install the radiator support bolts and tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb in).
3. Connect the surge tank inlet hose assembly to the radiator support tabs.




4. Connect the MAF sensor wire (1) to the radiator support retainer clip.
5. Install the air cleaner assembly. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement (Service and Repair).

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