Section 78 (Engine Cooling System (H4SO)): Radiator: Installation

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Install the radiator lower cushion to the vehicle body.

Fig 1: Identifying Radiator Lower Cushion (View 2 Of 2)
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Install the radiator to the vehicle.
NOTE: Insert the pin on the lower side of radiator into the radiator lower cushion.
Install the radiator upper brackets.
Tightening torque:

12 N.m (1.2 kgf-m, 8.9 ft-lb)

Fig 2: Locating Radiator Upper Brackets
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Attach the grille bracket.

Fig 3: Locating Grille Bracket Mounting Bolts
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Connect the radiator inlet hose.

Fig 4: Locating Radiator Inlet Hose
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Connect the connectors of radiator main fan motor connector (A) and sub fan motor connector (B).

Fig 5: Identifying Radiator Main Fan Motor Connector
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Fig 6: Identifying Sub Fan Motor Connector
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Install the air intake duct. Refer to AIR INTAKE DUCT .
Install the reservoir tank. Refer to , INSTALLATION .
Lift up the vehicle.
Connect the CVTF cooler hoses. (CVT model)
NOTE: Use a new CVTF hose.

Fig 7: Locating CVTF Cooler Hoses
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Connect the radiator outlet hose.

Fig 8: Locating Radiator Outlet Hose
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Install the under cover. Refer to FRONT UNDER COVER .
Lower the vehicle.
Connect the ground cable to battery.

Fig 9: Connecting Ground Cable To Battery
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Fill engine coolant. Refer to , FILLING OF ENGINE COOLANT .
Adjust the CVTF level. (CVT model) Refer to CVTF .