Radiator, removing and installing: Removing

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Remove front bumper: →
- 63 BUMPER
- 63 - BUMPERS for CABRIOLET
Drain coolant → Cooling system, draining and filling .
Remove coolant hose couplers from top and bottom of radiator.

Fig 1: Removing Air Ducts On Left/Right Of Radiator

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Remove air ducts on left and right of radiator - arrows -.

Fig 2: Disconnecting Connector From A/C Pressure Switch F129 & Ambient Temperature Sensor

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Disconnect connector - 1 - from A/C pressure switch F129.
Disconnect connector - 2 - from ambient temperature sensor.
Move both wires clear.

CAUTION: Air conditioner refrigerant circuit must not be opened.

Fig 3: Unbolting Condenser From Radiator

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Unbolt condenser - arrows - from radiator.

NOTE:

To prevent damage to condenser and refrigerant lines/hoses ensure that lines and hoses are not stretched, kinked or bent.

Carefully swivel condenser downward and set down.

Fig 4: Releasing Two Retaining Bolts For Radiator And Pulling Out Upward

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Release two retaining bolts for radiator and pull out upward - arrows -.
Swivel radiator forward out of lock carrier and lift out.