Contents: Disassembly ↧ Installation ↧
Note: Allow the engine to cool completely before beginning this procedure.
Disassembly
1. Disconnect the cable from the negative terminal of the battery.
2. Drain the cooling system (see chapter 1, section 29). If the coolant is relatively fresh, save it for later use.
3. Remove the rear fan (see section 4). On vehicles with a 3.8L engine, also remove the air filter intake (see chapter 4, section 8).
4. To remove the radiator, follow the steps shown in the series of photographs, paying attention to each signature.
5.4a. Unscrew the bolts (indicated by arrows), detach the bracket on the radiator support |
5.4b. Loosen the bolt securing the rubber bushing and unscrew the radiator bracket |
5.4v. Loosen the radiator hose clamps and remove the upper and lower radiator hoses. Use a special tray to catch spilled liquids. If the hoses are stuck to the fittings, grab the hose near the end with pliers and twist to break the seal, being careful not to deform the radiator fitting |
5.4g. Using a special wrench (if any), disconnect the pipes (one of them is indicated by an arrow) from the top... |
5.4d....and the lower corners of the radiator (plug the holes to prevent excessive spillage and contamination) |
5.4e. Disconnect the expansion tank hose from the radiator neck |
5.4g. Plug or cap pipes and fittings to prevent coolant or hydraulic fluid from spilling when removing the radiator |
5.4z. Unscrew the bolts from the radiator mounting panels (indicated by arrows),... |
5.4i....then remove the mounting panel and carefully lift the radiator upwards. Be careful not to spill coolant on your vehicle or scratch the paintwork. Be careful not to displace or loosen the bottom cushions
5. Once the radiator is removed, it can be checked for leaks and damage. If it needs repair, have the work done at a specialist radiator repair shop or service shop, as this requires special equipment.
6. Dirt and stuck insect residue can be removed from the radiator using compressed air or a soft brush. Be careful not to bend the radiator fins when performing this procedure.
7. Check that the radiator fasteners are not worn out, and when installing the radiator, make sure that nothing gets into the fasteners.
Installation
8. Assembly is carried out in reverse order.
9. After installation, fill the cooling system (see section 2 and chapter 1, Section 4). Don't forget to remove air from the system (chapter 1, Section 29).
10. Start the engine and check for leaks. Allow the engine to warm up to normal operating temperature, indicated by the upper radiator hose becoming warm (it will get hot). Recheck the coolant level and top up if necessary.
11. Check and, if necessary, top up the hydraulic fluid in the gearbox (see chapter 1, section 6).
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