Radiator Removal and Installation: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Suzuki Vitara. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

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

Fig 1: Loosening Drain Plug Of Radiator
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When servicing vehicle equipped with A/T (Automatic Transmission), place oil pan under radiator (1) and disconnect A/T fluid hoses (inlet hose (Outlet from oil cooler) (2), outlet hose (Inlet to oil cooler) (3)) from radiator (1).

Fig 2: Disconnecting A/T Fluid Hoses And Outlet Hose From Radiator
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Loosen cooling fan / clutch nuts (1).

Fig 3: Loosening Cooling Fan/Clutch Nuts
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Disconnect radiator inlet hose from radiator.
Remove P/S oil tank stay bolts (1) from radiator stay.

Fig 4: Removing P/S Oil Tank Stay Bolts From Radiator Stay
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Remove radiator shroud securing clips.
Then remove cooling fan / clutch and radiator shroud.
Disconnect water hoses (inlet hoe (1), outlet hose (2)) and reservoir hose (3) from radiator (4).

Fig 5: Disconnecting Water Hoses And Reservoir Hose From Radiator
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Remove radiator.