Radiator: Service and Repair

PRE-REMOVAL OPERATION:
- Drain engine coolant.

REMOVAL
- Follow removal steps outlined in the illustration.

REMOVAL SERVICE POINTS




[A] Radiator Upper Hose/Radiator Lower Hose Disconnection.
After making mating marks on the radiator hose and the hose clamp, disconnect the radiator hose.

[B] Transaxle Fluid Cooler Hose/Transaxle Fluid Cooler Hose And Pipe Assembly Removal. After removing the hose from the radiator, plug the hose and the radiator nipple to prevent dust or foreign particles from getting in.


INSPECTION

Radiator Fan Motor Check






1. Check to be sure that the radiator fan rotates when battery voltage is applied between terminals.
2. Check that abnormal noises are not produced while the motor is turning.

Radiator Fan Relay Continuity Check








INSTALLATION
- Installation in reverse order as removal.

INSTALLATION SERVICE POINT



]A[ Radiator Lower Hose/radiator Upper Hose Connection.
1. Insert each hose as far as the projection of the water outlet fitting or water inlet fitting.
2. Align the mating marks on the radiator hose and hose clamp, and then connect the radiator hose.

POST-INSTALLATION OPERATION:
- Engine Coolant Supplying and Checking.
- A/T Fluid Checking and Refilling if Necessary