Radiator, Disassembling

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NOTE:

The radiator module consists of the radiator (high temperature), the condenser, and the transmission fluid cooler.

Conditions

The radiator module is removed. Refer to CENTER RADIATOR FOR CHARGE AIR COOLING CIRCUIT, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

-- Remove the bolts -1 and 2-.

Fig 1: Identifying Radiator

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-- Turn the radiator module around. Press the retainer -1- and remove the transmission fluid cooler in direction of -arrow-.

Fig 2: Press The Retainer -1- And Remove The Transmission Fluid Cooler.

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-- Remove the retainers -A-, lift the condenser slightly and remove it from the radiator in direction of -arrow-.

Fig 3: Identifying Retainers -A- And A/C Condenser

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