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Radiator (G2796575): Removal

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CAUTION:
  • 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.
  1. Disconnect the 12V system.

    Refer to: 12V SYSTEM DISCONNECT AND CONNECT

  2. Raise and support the vehicle on a suitable 2-post lift.

    Refer to: JACKING AND LIFTING

  3. Partially drain the engine cooling system.

    Refer to: COOLING SYSTEM PARTIAL DRAINING AND VACUUM FILLING 

  4. Remove the cooling module.

    Refer to: COOLING MODULE 

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    Remove the 2 bolts.

  6. NOTE: Note the position of the locating pegs prior to removal.
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    • Remove the 2 bolts.
    • Release the 2 clips.
    • Remove the viscous cooling fan shroud.
  7. CAUTION: Take extra care not to damage the component.
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    • Release the electric cooling fan wiring harness clip.
    • Remove the cooling module air deflector at the 6 clips.
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    • Release the clamp.
    • Release the 2 coolant pipe clips.
    • Remove the coolant pipe.
  9. CAUTION: Take extra care not to damage the component.
    NOTE: Note the position of the locating pegs prior to removal.
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    • Remove the 2 bolts.
    • Remove the electric cooling fan at the 2 clips.
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    • Remove the 2 bolts.
    • Remove the 2 Air Conditioning (A/C) condenser upper brackets.
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    • Remove the A/C  condenser and charge air radiator assembly from the radiator.
    • Check the 2 A/C  condenser lower mounts, replace if damage.