Radiator Mounting Stud Repair

Radiator Mounting Stud Repair

Repair Procedure

1. Pressure test the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Leak Testing Component Tests and General Diagnostics. If the radiator is not leaky, perform the following procedure.

2. Remove the radiator. Refer to Radiator Replacement (Automatic Transmission) Radiator Replacement (Automatic Transmission).





3. Grind the fracture surface (1) with a proper tool.

4. Drill a hole in the center of the fractured surface, using a 6 mm (0.24 in) drill.





5. Install the new radiator mounting pin (2).

* Install the nut (3).

Note:
The bolt should not be longer than 35 mm (1.38 in).

* Install the radiator mounting pin (2) with the bolt (1).

Caution:
Refer to Fastener Caution Fastener Caution.

6. Tighten the bolt 5 Nm (44 lb in).

7. Install the radiator. Refer to Radiator Replacement (Automatic Transmission) Radiator Replacement (Automatic Transmission).