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WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Ford Ranger. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install the seal and the 3 pushpins on the top of the radiator.
- Position the radiator into the engine compartment and install the bolts.
- Tighten to 7 Nm (62 lb-in).
- Connect the lower radiator hose to the radiator.
- Install the cooling fan and shroud. For additional information, refer to Cooling Fan Motor and Shroud - 2.3L in this article.
- Connect the upper radiator hose to the radiator.
- Position the coolant overflow hose in the channel on top of the radiator, then connect the hose to the radiator.
- Fill and bleed the cooling system. For additional information, refer to Cooling System Draining, Filling and Bleeding - 2.3L in this article.
- Operate the engine for several minutes and check the hoses and connections for leaks.
WARNING:
Do not stand in line with or near the engine cooling fan blade when revving the engine. A damaged fan can separate during operation. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury.