Removal And Installation: Radiator: Removal
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NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
- Drain the cooling system. Refer to: Engine Cooling System Draining, Vacuum Filling and Bleeding .
- Remove the cooling fan motor and shroud. Refer to: Cooling Fan Motor and Shroud .
- Release the clamps and disconnect the coolant hoses.
Use the General Equipment: Hose Clamp Remover/Installer
- Pull the lower radiator hose spring clip until the end of the clip is in the detent on the quick connect coupling and disconnect the lower radiator hose.
- Remove the radiator grille. Refer to: Radiator Grille .
- Remove the pin-type retainers.
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NOTE: Components not shown in illustration for clarity.
Remove the radiator retainers and tilt cooling module backwards.
Torque
: 133 lb.in (15 Nm)
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NOTE: Components not shown in illustration for clarity.
Remove the condenser retainers.
Torque
: 62 lb.in (7 Nm)
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NOTE: Components not shown in illustration for clarity.
Release the tab and position the condenser upward to separate the condenser from the radiator.
- Remove the radiator.