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Removal Procedure

    WARNING:

    Unless directed otherwise, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position, and all electrical loads must be OFF before servicing any electrical component. Disconnect the negative battery cable to prevent an electrical spark should a tool or equipment come in contact with an exposed electrical terminal. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.

    For Vehicles equipped with OnStar® (UE1) with Back Up Battery:

    The Back Up Battery is a redundant power supply to allow limited OnStar® functionality in the event of a main vehicle battery power disruption to the VCIM (OnStar®module). Do not disconnect the main vehicle battery or remove the OnStar® fuse with the ignition key in any position other than OFF. Retained accessory power (RAP) should be allowed to time out or be disabled (simply opening the driver door should disable RAP) before disconnecting power. Disconnecting power to the OnStar® module in any way while the ignition is On or with RAP activated may cause activation of the OnStar® Back-Up Battery (BUB) system and will discharge and permanently damage the back-up battery. Once the Back-Up Battery is activated it will stay on until it has completely discharged. The BUB is not rechargeable and once activated the BUB must be replaced.

  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
  2. Remove the air cleaner assembly. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement
  3. Drain the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling .
  4. Use J 38185  pliers to reposition the upper radiator hose clamp from the radiator.
  5. Remove the upper radiator hose from the radiator.
  6. Remove the engine front strut. Refer to Engine Mount Strut Replacement - Right Side .
  7. Remove the condenser tubes bracket bolt from the fan shroud.
    8. Fig 1: Identifying Fan Shroud To Condenser Hold Down Bracket Bolt
    GM1202860Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  8. Remove the bolt that connects the fan shroud to the condenser hold down bracket.
  9. Remove the condenser hold down bracket from the radiator and condenser.
    10. Fig 2: View Of Cooling Fan Shroud Bolts
    GM1653094Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  10. Remove the cooling fan shroud bolts.
    11. Fig 3: View Of Fan Shroud To Radiator Upper Support Brackets
    GM1202856Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  11. Remove the radiator upper support brackets and bolts that connect to the fan shroud.
  12. Disconnect the engine cooling fan motors electrical connectors.
  13. Remove the cooling fan motors electrical harness from the fan shroud clips.
  14. Remove the cooling fan shroud.
  15. Use J 38185  pliers to reposition the lower radiator hose clamp from the radiator.
  16. Remove the lower radiator hose from the radiator.
  17. Disconnect the transaxle oil cooler pipes from the radiator. Refer to Fluid Cooler Inlet Hose Replacement , and Fluid Cooler Outlet Hose Replacement .
  18. Tilt the top of the radiator rearward.
    19. Fig 4: Condenser Hold Down Bracket & Mount Tabs
    GM1202952Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  19. Lift the condenser from the mounting tabs on the radiator (2). Position the condenser aside.
  20. Remove the radiator.
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