Engine Cooling Radiator - Removal

2.4L/3.6L





1. Disconnect negative cable.
2. Remove engine cover.
3. Remove air intake assembly Air Cleaner Body - Removal.
4. Evacuate the A/C system Refrigerant System Evacuate.

WARNING: Do not remove pressure cap or any hose with the system hot and under pressure because serious burns from coolant can occur.

5. Drain cooling system Service and Repair.
6. Remove the front bumper fasciaFront Bumper Fascia - Removal.





7. Disconnect the horn connectors.
8. Remove the bolt (1) holding the horn assembly (2) to the upper core support.





9. Remove the upper and lower radiator hoses.
10. Remove the A/C line nuts (2) at the A/C condenser.






NOTE: The radiator is held in place by plastic tabs. The tabs need to be compressed in order to remove the radiator.

11. Compress the tabs (1) that hold the radiator (2) to the core support frame located at the upper ends of the radiator.
12. Tilt the radiator/condenser assembly away from the core support frame.





13. Remove the trans cooler lines (2) from the condenser and position aside.
14. Carefully lift the radiator/condenser assembly out of the vehicle between the engine and the front bumper support.





15. Remove the bolt (2) that supports the condenser to the radiator.





16. Separate the A/C condenser (3) from the radiator (2) by compressing the tabs at the sides.