Radiator: Service and Repair
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATIONRadiator, Cooling Fan and Shroud
Material:
Material
1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
2. Drain the cooling system.
3. Remove the transmission fluid cooler.
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4. Remove the parts in the order indicated in the illustrations and tables.
5. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
6. Fill and bleed the cooling system.
Item 7: Radiator Alignment Pins Removal Note
1. Tie the radiator and the condenser to the upper radiator support using mechanics wire.
^ Allow 2 inches of slack in the condenser wire to allow for movement.
^ Remove the radiator alignment pins.
Item 13: Transmission Cooler Tubes Removal Note
1. Disconnect the fluid cooler tubes from the connector assembly.
^ Push the fluid cooler tube inward slightly, squeeze the retaining clip, and with a slight twisting motion, pull the fluid cooler tube out of the connector assembly.
Item 15: Radiator Support Bolts Removal Note
1. Detach the power steering lines from both sides of the radiator lower support.
2. Remove the bolt and position the A C muffler bracket aside.
Item 19: Radiator Removal Note
1. Lower the vehicle, cut the mechanic's wire and remove the radiator, cooling fans and shroud as an assembly.