Radiator: Testing and Inspection

COMPONENT TEST - RADIATOR LEAK TEST, REMOVED FROM THE VEHICLE - 2.3L

Caution
^ Never leak test an aluminum radiator in the same water that copper/brass radiators are tested in. Flux and caustic cleaners can be present in the cleaning tank and they will damage aluminum radiators.

Note
^ Always install plugs in the oil cooler fittings before leak testing or cleaning any radiator.

Note
^ Clean the radiator before leak testing to avoid contamination of the tank.

1. Leak test the radiator in clean water with 138 kPa (20 psi) air pressure.