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Radiator, Engine Cooling: Installation: 3.6L

  1. Install the radiator into engine compartment and seat the lower rubber isolators into the mounting holes of the lower radiator support.
    Fig 1: Support Bolt
    GC0144644Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
  2. Position the condenser on radiator and loosely install the right side upper bolt. Tighten bolts to the proper specification. Refer to SPECIFICATIONS  .
  3. Install the lower mounting bolt. Tighten the bolts to the proper specification. Refer to SPECIFICATIONS  .
  4. Tighten bolt (2) located between the cooler lines to the proper specification. Refer to SPECIFICATIONS  .
    Fig 2: Upper Radiator Mounting Brackets & Bolt
    GC0144643Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
  5. Install the radiator isolator (1). Tighten the bolts (3) to the proper specification. Refer to SPECIFICATIONS  .
  6. Install the front fascia. Refer to FASCIA, FRONT, INSTALLATION .
  7. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to HOISTING, STANDARD PROCEDURE .
    Fig 3: Lower Radiator Hose
    GC0095212Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
  8. Install the lower radiator hose (1).
    Fig 4: Lower Splash Shield & Fasteners
    GC0095584Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
  9. Install the belly pan and securely tighten bolts (1).
  10. Remove support and lower vehicle.
  11. Install the cooling fan. Refer to FAN, COOLING, INSTALLATION .
  12. Install the upper radiator upper hose.
  13. Fill the cooling system with coolant. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .
  14. Connect the negative battle cable.
  15. Operate the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature. Check the cooling system and automatic transmission for the correct fluid levels.
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