Radiator: Service and Repair
RADIATORREMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
[2.4L ENGINE]
CAUTION:
^ Never remove the radiator sensor from the radiator because it cannot be disassembled. When replacing the radiator sensor, replace it with the radiator as a set. When the radiator sensor is removed from the radiator, the powertrain control module (PCM) detects an error and sets a diagnostic trouble code.
^ Never replace the DOR radiator with the NON-DOR radiator.
^ Never clean the DOR radiator with a high concentration of alkaline cleaner.
Pre-removal and Post-installation Operation:
[3.8L ENGINE]
3.8L ENGINE (PART 1):
3.8L ENGINE (PART 2):
REMOVAL SERVICE POINTS
[[A]] RADIATOR UPPER HOSE/RADIATOR LOWER HOSE DISCONNECTION
Make mating marks on the radiator hose and the hose clamp. Disconnect the radiator hose.
[[B]] A/T OIL COOLER HOSE REMOVAL
After removing the hose from the radiator, plug the hose and the radiator nipple to prevent dust or foreign particles from getting in.
INSTALLATION SERVICE POINT
]]A[[ RADIATOR LOWER HOSE/RADIATOR UPPER HOSE CONNECTION
1. Insert each hose as far as the projection of the water inlet fitting.
2. Align the mating marks on the radiator hose and hose clamp, and then connect the radiator hose.