Radiator: Service and Repair

RADIATOR REPLACEMENT (LL8)

Tools Required
^ J 38185 Hose Clamp Pliers

Removal Procedure
1. Drain the coolant from the radiator. Service and Repair
2. Recover the refrigerant. Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging
3. Raise the vehicle.
4. Remove the lower radiator support shield, if equipped. Radiator Support Shield Replacement






5. Reposition the outlet radiator hose clamp using J 38185.
6. Remove the outlet radiator hose (1) from the radiator.






7. Remove the inlet radiator hose clamps (1) and remove hoses (2).
8. Remove the transmission cooler lines from the radiator. Transmission Oil Cooler Line Quick Connect Fitting
9. Lower the vehicle.
10. Remove the cooling fan and shroud. Service and Repair
11. Remove the radiator support diagonal brace.
12. Remove the coolant recovery line from the radiator.





13. Disconnect the radiator side panels from the shroud (1).
14. Remove the radiator.
15. Remove the bolts retaining the condenser to the radiator.

Installation Procedure
1. Install the condenser to the radiator.

Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

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






3. Install the radiator.
4. Install the cooling fan and shroud.
5. Raise the vehicle.






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






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