RADIATOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [ZJ, ZY]

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Warning
•  Never remove the cooling system cap or loosen the radiator drain plug while the engine is running, or when the engine and radiator are hot. Scalding engine coolant and steam may shoot out and cause serious injury. It may also damage the engine and cooling system.
•  Turn off the engine and wait until it is cool. Even then, be very careful when removing the cap. Wrap a thick cloth around it and slowly turn it counterclockwise to the first stop. Step back while the pressure escapes.
•  When you are sure all the pressure is gone, press down on the cap using the cloth, turn it, and remove it.

1.  Disconnect the negative battery cable.

2.  Drain the engine coolant. (See ENGINE COOLANT REPLACEMENT [ZJ, ZY].)

3.  Remove the coolant reserve tank. (See COOLANT RESERVE TANK REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [ZJ, ZY].)

4.  Disconnect the ATF oil cooler hose from the radiator. (ATX models)

5.  Remove the cooling fan component. (See FAN MOTOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [ZJ, ZY].)

6.  Remove in the order indicated in the table.

7.  Install in the reverse order of the removal.

8.  Refill the engine coolant. (See ENGINE COOLANT REPLACEMENT [ZJ, ZY].)

9.  Inspect for engine coolant leakage. (See ENGINE COOLANT LEAKAGE INSPECTION [ZJ, ZY].)

10.  Inspect the ATF level. (ATX models) (See AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE FLUID (ATF) INSPECTION.)

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Upper radiator hose
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Upper mount rubber bracket
(See Upper Mount Rubber Bracket Removal Note.)
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Upper mount rubber
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Radiator
(See Radiator Removal Note.)


Upper Mount Rubber Bracket Removal Note

1.  Remove the front bumper fitting bolt as shown in the figure.

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Caution
•  To prevent damage to the upper mount rubber bracket tab, do not apply excessive force.
Note
•  The upper mount rubber bracket can be easily removed by pressing down the upper mount rubber bracket tab using one hand and pressing the tab area downward using the other hand.

2.  While pressing down the upper mount rubber bracket tab lightly in the direction of the arrow shown in the figure, press the upper mount rubber bracket toward the vehicle front.

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3.  Remove the upper mount rubber bracket.


Radiator Removal Note

1.  Remove the radiator from below the engine compartment.