Cooling Module (G2344648): Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.

WARNING: Make sure the engine cooling system is cool prior to doing this procedure.

CAUTION:

Engine coolant will damage the paint finished surfaces. If split, immediately remove the coolant and clean the area with water.
The desiccant bag need only be changed under the following circumstances: There is dirt in the refrigerant circuit (For example: compressor seizure), the system is leaking and refrigerant has been lost to atmosphere, or the refrigerant circuit has been open more than 24 hours, due to repair.
Before disconnecting any components, make sure the area is clean and free from foreign material. When disconnected all openings must be sealed.

NOTE:

This procedure contains some variation in the illustrations depending on the vehicle specification, but the essential information is always correct.
This procedure contains illustrations showing certain components removed to provide extra clarity.

Disconnect the startup battery ground cable.
Refer to: 12V SYSTEM DISCONNECT AND CONNECT
Evacuate the Air Conditioning (A/C) system.
Refer to: AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM RECOVERY, EVACUATION AND CHARGING
Raise and support the vehicle on a suitable 2-post lift.
Refer to: JACKING AND LIFTING
Partially drain the engine cooling system.
Refer to: COOLING SYSTEM PARTIAL DRAINING AND VACUUM FILLING
Remove the viscous cooling fan.
Refer to: VISCOUS COOLING FAN
CAUTION: Take extra care not to damage the component.

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- Remove the coolant expansion tank bolt.
- Disconnect the 2 coolant pipe connectors.
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Release the coolant expansion tank.
CAUTION: Be prepared to collect escaping fluid.

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- Disconnect the coolant expansion tank hose.
- Disconnect the electrical connector.
- Remove the coolant expansion tank.
Remove the hood latch panel.
Refer to: HOOD LATCH PANEL
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- Release the 2 wiring harness bracket clips from the viscous cooling fan shroud.
- Reposition the wiring harness away from the viscous cooling fan shroud.
CAUTION: Make sure the 4 O-ring seals are discarded.

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- Remove the upper A/C pipe bracket bolt.
- Remove the 2 nuts.
- Release the 2 A/C pipes and discard the 4 O-ring seals.
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- Release the 2 coolant hose clips.
- Disconnect the 2 lower coolant hose connectors from the radiator.
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- Disconnect the 2 electrical connectors.
- Release the wiring harness clip.
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- Release the coolant hose from the plastic clamp.
- Disconnect the electrical connector from the charge air cooler coolant pump.
- Remove the bolt.
- Release the charge air cooler coolant pump.
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- Remove the bolt.
- Release the cooling system swirl pot.
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Disconnect the 2 upper coolant hose connectors from the radiator.
CAUTION: Take extra care not to damage the component.

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- Remove the 2 screws and the 2 washers.
- Remove the 2 radiator lower mounts.
- With assistance, carefully remove the cooling module.
- Remove the 2 radiator upper mounts.