Radiator Replacement (Diesel Engine): Notes

CAUTION: To avoid being burned, do not remove the radiator cap or surge tank cap while the engine is hot. The cooling system will release scalding fluid and steam under pressure if radiator cap or surge tank cap is removed while the engine and radiator are still hot.

Remove the beauty cover. Refer to Engine Cover Replacement .
Remove the battery and tray. Refer to Battery Tray Replacement (Diesel Engine) .

Fig 1: Identifying Drain Cock

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Drain the engine coolant. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling (Gasoline Engines ) or Cooling System Draining and Filling (Diesel Engine) .
Recover the refrigerant from the air conditioning system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .

Fig 2: View Of Upper Radiator Bracket And Bolts

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Remove the radiator grille. Refer to Fascia Grille Replacement (Five Door) or Fascia Grille Replacement (Four Door/Wagon) .
Remove the radiator upper bracket.

Fig 3: View Of Cooling Fan, Shroud And Mounting Bolts

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Remove the engine cooling fan. Refer to Engine Cooling Fan Replacement (Gasoline Engines) or Engine Cooling Fan Replacement (Diesel Engine) .

Fig 4: Identifying A/C Condenser And Bolts

GM1962217

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Remove the A/C condenser. Refer to Condenser Replacement (Gasoline Engine) or Condenser Replacement (Diesel Engine) .
Remove the charge air cooler. Refer to Charge Air Cooler Replacement .
Remove the transaxle oil cooler hoses from the radiator, if equipped.

Fig 5: View Of Radiator Assembly

GM1962220

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Remove the radiator assembly upward.