Engine Cooling Radiator - Removal

RADIATOR

WARNING: RISK OF INJURY TO SKIN AND EYES FROM SCALDING WITH HOT COOLANT. RISK OF POISONING FROM SWALLOWING COOLANT. DO NOT OPEN COOLING SYSTEM UNLESS COOLANT TEMPERATURE IS BELOW 90°C (194°F). OPEN CAP SLOWLY TO RELEASE PRESSURE. STORE COOLANT IN SUITABLE AND APPROPRIATELY MARKED CONTAINER. WEAR PROTECTIVE GLOVES, CLOTHES, AND EYE WEAR.






NOTE: Capture all residual fluid spillage and store in suitably marked containers. Inspect condition of all clamps and hoses, replace as necessary.

1. Disconnect the auxiliary battery negative cable.
2. Drain coolant Service and Repair
3. Remove grille
4. Detach radiator hose (16) at bottom right of radiator and position aside.
5. Disconnect transmission cooler lines (22) at radiator and position aside.

CAUTION: DO NOT crimp or bend lines.

6. Remove front bumper
7. Remove Intake Air Housing Air Cleaner - Removal
8. Remove Condenser Fan
9. Detach both coolant recovery hoses (21) at radiator and position aside.
10. Disconnect wiring connector at coolant level sensor.
11. Remove upper radiator hose (9) and position aside.





12. Remove radiator fan Removal.
13. Remove radiator fan shroud (2).
14. Separate A/C condenser from radiator by disengaging the retaining tabs that secure to the top of the radiator support, angle upward on the A/C condenser starting first on the right hand side and working towards the left hand side. Once separated, secure A/C condenser to upper radiator support with a strap or bungee cord.





15. Disconnect charge air hoses (2) and (10) at intercooler (if equipped) and position aside.
16. Remove bolts securing intercooler (if equipped) to radiator (7).
17. Remove intercooler (if equipped) (5).
18. Lift the radiator assembly up and out of the rubber grommets angle upward on the A/C condenser starting first on the right hand side and working towards the left hand side.