2.4L Engine: Radiator: Installation
- Install the lower air seal to radiator. See Figure.
- Position radiator into mounting position.
- Position A/C condenser against radiator. Hand start lower fasteners.
- Install radiator fan/shroud assembly. Hand start upper fasteners and remaining side fasteners that hold AC condenser also.
- Raise vehicle on hoist.
- Connect the lower air seal to the side air seals. See Figure.
- Install two remaining lower radiator fan shroud fasteners to radiator ( Figure). Torque fasteners to 6 N.m (55 INCH lbs).
- If equipped, install fasteners attaching transmission oil cooler to radiator. Torque fasteners to 8 N.m (70 INCH lbs).
- Connect lower radiator hose. See Figure. Align the hose and position the clamp so it will not interfere with engine components.
- Connect the radiator fan motor electrical connector. See Figure.
- Replace automatic transmission hoses and clamps (if equipped). See Figure.
- Close radiator draincock.
- Lower vehicle.
- Torque radiator fan shroud fasteners to 6 N.m (55 INCH lbs).
- Torque AC condenser fasteners to 8 N.m (70 INCH lbs).
- Install upper radiator hose. See Figure. Align the hose and position the clamp to prevent interference with the engine or hood.
- Install upper radiator support crossmember.
- Install grille.
- Install battery tray and battery.
- Connect positive battery cable. Connect negative battery cable.
- Install air cleaner housing assembly.
- Connect throttle body air intake hose to air cleaner housing assembly.
- Fill cooling system with coolant. See STANDARD PROCEDURE - FILLING COOLING SYSTEM .
- Operate engine until it reaches normal operating temperature. Check cooling system and automatic transmission for correct fluid levels.
NOTE:
When the transaxle cooler lines are removed from the rolled-groove type fittings at the cooler and transaxle, damage to the inner wall of hose will occur. To prevent potential leakage, the cooler hoses and clamps must be replaced.