Radiator Replacement

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Chevrolet HHR. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Radiator

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Callout	Component Name
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice . Fastener Tightening Specifications: Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications . Preliminary Procedure Drain the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling (Static Fill-LE5, L61) , Cooling System Draining and Filling (GE 47716 Fill) or Cooling System Draining and Filling (Static Fill-LNF) . Remove the air cleaner assembly. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement for the 2.2L engine or Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement for the 2.4L engine. Remove the hood latch from the tie bar and set aside. Refer to Hood Primary and Secondary Latch Replacement . Remove the transmission lines from the radiator. Refer to Automatic Transmission Oil Cooler Pipes Replacement . Remove the radiator inlet hose from the radiator. Refer to Radiator Inlet Hose Replacement . Remove the radiator outlet hose from the radiator. Refer to Radiator Outlet Hose Replacement (LE5, L61) or Radiator Outlet Hose Replacement (LNF) .
1	Bolt, Radiator Bracket Assembly Tighten: 9 N.m (80 lb in)
2	Bracket Assembly, Radiator
3	Radiator Assembly Tip: Lift up on the fan assembly and remove from the radiator and set a side. Push in on the retaining tabs to release the condenser from the radiator and set aside.