Easy way to R&R Radiator?
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Re: Easy way to R&R Radiator?
You don't have to remove the condenser, just unhook it from the radiator. Below is from my cam removal guide.
- Remove all hoses to the radiator.
- Remove the radiator cover. (three 8mm bolts on top)
- Disconnect and remove fan assembly. The fan assembly is hooked to the radiator side tanks and can be lifted up to unhook it and then lowered out the bottom.
- Disconnect the transmission oil cooler lines from the radiator (if applicable). (1/2" fitting - flare nut wrench recommended) A small amount of transmission fluid will come out. I used a couple of plastic plugs I had to cork the transmission line fittings in the radiator, so that it would not drip as I removed the radiator.
- Unplug low coolant sensor connector.
- Release a/c condenser line from guide on bottom passenger side of radiator tank.
- Lift up on a/c condenser to unhook it from the radiator. Remove the radiator by pulling it up out of the lower saddles. Try not to damage the fins.
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Re: Easy way to R&R Radiator?
You don't have to remove the condenser, just unhook it from the radiator. Below is from my cam removal guide.
- Release a/c condenser line from guide on bottom passenger side of radiator tank.
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