The radiator can be removed together with the fan, or by first dismantling it. We show how to remove the radiator together with the fan.
Drain the coolant (see Replacing the coolant). Remove the radiator grille (see Removal the radiator grille). Remove the headlights (see Removal the headlight).
Disconnect the engine management system wiring harness connector from the fan motor wiring harness connector (see Removal the radiator fan).
Having moved the engine management system wiring harness block, we remove it from the holder on the lower radiator tank.
Using sliding pliers, squeeze the ends of the clamp securing the outlet hose and slide the clamp along the hose.
We remove the outlet hose from the radiator pipe.
Using a 10 mm socket head, unscrew the two bolts that secure the lower mount of the air conditioner condenser to the radiator.
Using a 10 mm socket head, unscrew the bolt securing the air conditioner condenser to the radiator.
Similarly, unscrew the bolt on the other side of the radiator.
Using a 10 mm socket head, unscrew the four bolts…
...and move the upper cross member of the radiator frame to the side.
Using a 10 mm socket head, unscrew the two bolts securing the power steering pipeline brackets.
By squeezing the ends of the clamp with pliers and moving the clamp, we disconnect the steam outlet hose from the expansion tank.
Using sliding pliers, squeeze the ends of the clamp securing the radiator supply hose and slide the clamp along the hose.
We remove the supply hose from the radiator pipe.
Having lifted the capacitor, we remove its brackets from engagement with the brackets on the radiator.
We lift the radiator..
…and we remove it from the engine compartment together with the fan.
After unscrewing four bolts, remove the fan with the casing.
Remove the rubber cushions from the lower mounting pins of the radiator.
Using sliding pliers, squeeze the ends of the clamp securing the steam outlet hose and slide the clamp along the hose.
We remove the steam outlet hose from the radiator pipe.
Install the radiator of the cooling system in the reverse order. Before installing the radiator, insert the cushions into the holes of the lower cross member of the radiator frame. If the cushions are torn or have lost their elasticity, they should be replaced with new ones. Fill the cooling system with coolant and bring the liquid level in the tank to the norm (see Replacing the coolant).
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