RADIATOR, Engine Cooling: Removal: Radiator

Fig 1: UPPER RADIATOR HOSE

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1 - ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR

2 - UPPER RADIATOR HOSE

1. Disconnect negative cable from auxiliary jumper terminal.
2. Remove engine cover.
3. Remove air box assembly.
4. Recover A/C system. Refer to Heating and Air Conditioning/Plumbing - Standard Procedure .
   WARNING: Do not remove pressure cap or any hose with the system hot and under pressure because serious burns from coolant can occur.
5. Drain cooling system. See Cooling - Standard Procedure .
6. Remove the grille.
7. Remove under belly pan (if equipped).
8. Remove front bottom splash shield (if equipped).
9. Remove upper and lower radiator hoses at radiator.
10. Disconnect radiator fan electrical connector (1).
    Fig 2: A/C LINE

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    1 - A/C LINE

    2 - SUPPORT BRACKET

11. Separate radiator cooling fans from radiator.
12. Disconnect A/C line (1) at condenser/cooler.
13. Remove transmission oil cooler tubes support bracket at left side of radiator (if equipped) (2).
    CAUTION: Plastic tanks, while stronger than brass are subject to damage by impact, such as wrenches.
14. Remove the two Torx screws located on the upper radiator support that hold the upper radiator mounting brackets.
15. Tilt the top of the radiator rearward so the mounting brackets slide out of the upper core support.
16. Remove radiator/condenser assembly by lifting the assembly out of the vehicle between the engine and the core support.
17. Separate the A/C condenser from the radiator.