Removal And Installation

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Loosen the drain plug, and drain the coolant.
(Refer to Cooling System - "COOLANT ")
Remove the cooling fan.
(Refer to Cooling System - "COOLING FAN ")
Disconnect the radiator upper hose (A).

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Disconnect the radiator lower hose (A).

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Remove the front bumper assembly.
(Refer to Body (Interior and Exterior) - "FRONT BUMPER ASSEMBLY ")
Remove the intercooler.
(Refer to Intake and Exhaust System - "INTERCOOLER ")
Remove the radiator air guard (A).
Tightening torque:

7.8 - 11.8 N.m (0.8 - 1.2 kgf.m, 5.8 - 8.7 lb.ft)

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Remove the radiator upper mounting bracket (A).
Tightening torque:

7.8 - 11.8 Nm (0.8 - 1.2 kgf.m, 5.8 - 8.7 lb.ft)

[LH]

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[RH]

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Separate the condenser from the radiator.
Pull the radiator (A) upward and remove it from engine room.

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Install in the reverse order of removal.
Fill the radiator with coolant.
(Refer to cooling system - "COOLANT ")
Start engine and check for leaks.
Recheck engine coolant level.