Radiator - 2.3L: Removal

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Drain the cooling system. For additional information, refer to COOLING SYSTEM DRAINING, FILLING & BLEEDING - 2.3L .
Disconnect the coolant overflow hose from the radiator, position the hose away from the radiator.

Fig 1: Disconnecting Coolant Overflow Hose From Radiator
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Disconnect the upper radiator hose.

Fig 2: Disconnecting Upper Radiator Hose
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Remove the cooling fan and shroud. For additional information, refer to COOLING FAN MOTOR & SHROUD - 2.3L .
Disconnect the lower radiator hose.

Fig 3: Disconnecting Lower Radiator Hose
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Remove the bolts, tilt the radiator back and lift it directly upward.

Fig 4: Removing Radiator
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Remove the three pushpins and the plastic cap from the top of the radiator channel.

Fig 5: Removing Plastic Cap From Top Of Radiator Channel
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