Section 71 (Engine Cooling System): Radiator: Disassembly

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REMOVE DRAIN PLUG
1. Remove the drain plug.
2. Remove the O-ring.
  
  Fig 1: Identifying Radiator Support Lowers
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REMOVE RADIATOR TANK UPPER
1. Install the claw to the overhaul handle, inserting it in the hole in part A as shown in the illustration.
  SST 09230-01010 (09231-01010, 09231 -01030)
2. While gripping the handle, adjust the stopper bolt so that dimension B is as shown in the illustration.
  Dimension B:
  
  0.2 to 0.3 mm (0.008 to 0.012 in.)
  
  NOTE: If the stopper bolt is not adjusted, the claw may be damaged.
  
  Fig 2: Identifying Stopper Bolt
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3. Using SST to release the caulking, grip the handle until stopped by the stopper bolt.
  SST 09230-01010 (09231-01010, 09231-01030)
  
  Fig 3: Releasing Caulking
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4. Lightly tap the bracket of the radiator (or radiator hose inlet or outlet) with a soft-faced hammer and remove the tank.
5. Remove the O-ring.
  
  Fig 4: Tapping Bracket Of Radiator
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REMOVE RADIATOR TANK LOWER
1. With hose:
  1. Remove the bolt, 2 clips and hose from the radiator assembly.
2. Removal procedure of the radiator tank lower is the same as that of the radiator tank upper.
  
  Fig 5: Identifying Bolt, Clips And Hose
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3. Without hose:
  1. Remove the bolt and cooler pipe (A).
  2. Remove the nut and plate washer (B).
  3. Remove the oil cooler (C).
  4. Remove the 2 O-rings from the oil cooler (D).
    
    Fig 6: Identifying O-Rings And Oil Cooler
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