Contents: Removal ⬇ Installation ⬇
Removal
1. The radiator can be removed together with the fan assembly if there is no need to disassemble the fan. To remove the fan and its shroud from the radiator, see. Chapter 12.
2. Drain the cooling system as described in Chapter 2.
3. Disconnect the upper hose and expansion tank from the radiator.
4. Disconnect the negative battery cable and then disconnect the wiring from the cooling fan switch located at the base on the right side of the radiator.
5. Disconnect the cooling fan wiring connector, marking its location for ease of installation.
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6. Squeeze and remove the two radiator retaining clips located at the top corners of the radiator (see illustration).
7. Tilt the top of the radiator toward the engine to release it from the upper mountings, then lift the radiator to release the lower mounting pins from their sockets. Remove the radiator from the engine bay, being careful not to damage its fins (see illustrations).
Installation
8. Inspect and clean the radiator as described in Chapter 8.
9. Installation is carried out in reverse order, paying attention to the following.
10. Check the condition of the radiator rubber mounts and replace them if necessary. Make sure the lower mounting pins are correctly seated in the sockets.
11. Fill the cooling system (Chapter 4).
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