Item 21: Radiator Removal Note

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Mercury Mountaineer and 2004 Ford Explorer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: It will be necessary to lift the radiator off the mounts and set it on the frame in order to separate the A/C condenser from the radiator.

NOTE: RH side shown, LH side similar.

Fig 1: Removing Radiator Off Mounts

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Remove the radiator off the mounts and set it on the frame.
Remove the left inner air deflector from the A/C condenser.

Fig 2: Removing Left Inner Air Deflector From A/C Condenser
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Remove the right inner air deflector from the A/C condenser.

Fig 3: Removing Right Inner Air Deflector From A/C Condenser
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CAUTION: Do not allow the A/C condenser to hang freely or damage to the A/C lines could occur.

NOTE: LH side shown, RH side similar.

Fig 4: Supporting A/C Condenser

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Using mechanics wire, support both sides of the A/C condenser.

NOTE: It is not necessary to evacuate the A/C system. The A/C condenser can remain in the vehicle.

NOTE: It will be necessary to lift the A/C condenser off the lower support. Move the A/C condenser toward the front of the vehicle.

Fig 5: Removing Radiator And Transmission Fluid Cooler

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Remove the radiator and the transmission fluid cooler as an assembly and place it on a bench.
Remove the bolts and the auxiliary transmission fluid cooler.

Fig 6: Removing Auxiliary Transmission Fluid Cooler
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