Installation Procedure

Use care and install the radiator (1).

Fig 1: Radiator And Lower Bracket
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NOTE: Handle the radiator with care.
Use care and rotate the radiator in order to get more access for the installation.
Install the radiator (1) to the 2 lower brackets (2).
Install the 2 radiator upper brackets (2).

Fig 2: Radiator Upper Bracket And Bolts
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Install the 2 radiator upper bracket bolts (1) and tighten to 22 N.m (16 lb ft).
CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
Clip the engine coolant fan shroud to the radiator.
Connect the radiator outlet hose and the radiator inlet hose to the radiator. Refer to Radiator Outlet Hose Replacement (1.8L LUW and LWE) and Radiator Inlet Hose Replacement (1.8L LUW and LWE) .
If equipped, install the transmission fluid cooler inlet pipe to the radiator. Refer to Transmission Fluid Cooler Inlet Pipe Replacement (1.4L LUV) .
If equipped, install the transmission fluid cooler outlet pipe to the radiator. Refer to Transmission Fluid Cooler Outlet Pipe Replacement (1.4L LUV) .
Install the 2 protector fenders (2) to the charge air cooler (1).

Fig 3: Radiator Protector Fenders
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Connect and clip in the A/C pressure sensor wiring harness (1).

Fig 4: A/C Pressure Sensor Wiring Harness
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Install the radiator grill support. Refer to Front Grille Support Replacement .
Install the front intake air duct (1).

Fig 5: Intake Air Duct And Bolt
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Install the front intake air duct bolt (2).
Install the front intake air duct deflector.
Install the front bumper fascia. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Replacement .
Connect the battery negative cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
Fill and bleed the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling (GE-47716 Fill) and Cooling System Draining and Filling (Static Fill) .