Radiator: Service and Repair

REMOVAL
1. Disconnect negative cable at battery.
2. Drain cooling system by loosening drain plug of radiator.




3. When servicing vehicle equipped with AT (Automatic Transmission), place oil pan under radiator and disconnect AT fluid hoses from radiator.
4. Remove cooling fan/clutch and radiator shroud as previously outlined.




5. Disconnect reservoir tank hose, outlet hose and inlet hose from radiator.




6. Remove radiator.



INSPECTION
Check radiator for leakage or damage. Straighten bent fins, if any.





CLEAN
Clean frontal area of radiator cores.



INSTALLATION
Install in reverse order of removal noting the following.
^ Refill cooling system with proper coolant.
^ Adjust water pump belt tension to specification.
^ With AT (Automatic Transmission) equipped vehicle,check AT fluid level.
^ After installation, check each joint for leakage.