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Body VIN Code 6

Radiator Replacement (Body Vin Code 6 / GMT 370)

Tools Required
- J 41240 Fan Clutch Wrench
- J 38185 Hose Clamp Pliers

Removal Procedure
1. Drain the coolant from the radiator.
2. Remove the lower radiator support shield, if equipped.
3. Remove the transmission cooler lines from the radiator.







4. Reposition the outlet radiator hose clamp using J 38185.
5. Remove the outlet radiator hose from the radiator.
6. Lower the vehicle.
7. Remove the cooling fan and shroud.
8. Remove the grille.
9. Remove the upper radiator to condenser bolts.







10. Remove the coolant recovery line from the radiator.
11. Lift upward on the condenser to remove from the radiator retaining tab.
12. Remove the radiator.

Installation Procedure
1. Install the radiator.
2. Install the condenser to the radiator retaining tab.







3. Install the coolant recovery line to the radiator.

NOTICE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
Fastener Notice


4. Install the bolts retaining the condenser to the radiator.
Tighten the bolts to 28 Nm (21 ft. lbs.).

5. Install the grille.
6. Install the cooling fan and shroud.
7. Raise the vehicle.







8. Install the outlet radiator hose (1) to the radiator.







9. Reposition the outlet radiator hose clamp (1) using J 38185.
10. Connect the transmission cooler lines to the radiator.
11. Install the lower radiator support shield, if equipped.
12. Lower the vehicle.
13. Fill the cooling system.