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Removal And Installation: Radiator: Removal

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
  1. Remove the condenser outlet line. Refer to: Condenser Outlet Line - 2.5L Duratec - Hybrid (121kW/164PS) (BG) .
  2. Drain the cooling system. Refer to: Engine Cooling System Draining, Vacuum Filling and Bleeding .
  3. Drain the electric powertrain cooling system. Refer to: Cooling System Filling and Bleeding (303-03 Electric Powertrain Cooling - 2.5L Duratec - Hybrid (121kW/164PS) (BG), 2.5L Duratec - Hybrid (FHEV 148kW/201PS, PHEV 165kW/225PS) (BG)).
  4. Remove the cooling fan motor and shroud. Refer to: Cooling Fan Motor and Shroud .
  5. Release the clamp and disconnect the upper radiator hose.Use the General Equipment: Hose Clamp Remover/Installer
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  6. Remove the transmission fluid cooler tubes. Refer to: Transmission Fluid Cooler Tubes - Full Hybrid Electric Vehicle (FHEV) .
  7. Release the clamp and disconnect the radiator vent hose.Use the General Equipment: Hose Clamp Remover/Installer
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  8. Remove A/C compressor outlet line. Refer to: Air Conditioning (A/C) Compressor Outlet Line - 2.5L Duratec - Hybrid (121kW/164PS) (BG) .
  9. NOTE: Make sure to cover any open ports to prevent debris from entering the system.

    Remove the nut and disconnect the A/C compressor inlet line from the A/C compressor.

    Torque

    : 18 Nm

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    • Release the clamp and disconnect the lower radiator hose.Use the General Equipment: Hose Clamp Remover/Installer

    • Disconnect the quick connect hose coupling.

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  10. Disconnect the quick connect hose couplings.
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  11. Remove the coolant pump. Refer to: Coolant Pump .
  12. Disconnect the quick connect hose coupling.
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  13. NOTE: Take extra care not to damage the clips.

    Remove the clips, the radiator support upper insulator frames and the isolators.

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  14. NOTE: Take extra care not to damage the component.
    NOTE: All components are not shown for clarity.

    1. Lift the radiator out of the insulators.
    2. Remove the radiator, A/C condenser, transmission oil cooler and auxiliary radiators assembly from below the vehicle.

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    • Release the tabs and remove the A/C condenser.

    • Remove the bolts and the high voltage battery radiator.

      Torque

      : 8 Nm

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  15. Release the tabs and remove the transmission oil cooler.
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  16. Release the tabs and remove the electric motor electronics radiator.
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