Radiator Replacement

Radiator Replacement (LE5 - 4 Cyl, 2.4L, MFI, Alum, DOHC, HO)

Removal Procedure

1. Remove the cooling fan and shroud assembly. Refer to Cooling Fan and Shroud Replacement (Service and Repair).




2. Remove and discard the condenser mounting bolts.




3. Push upward on the condenser and downward on the radiator to unsnap the condenser mounting tabs from the radiator clips.
4. Remove and discard the condenser mounting nuts from the radiator.




5. Remove the radiator from the vehicle.



Installation Procedure





1. Install the radiator to the vehicle.




2. Push upward on the radiator and downward on the condenser to snap the condenser mounting tabs into the radiator clips.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice (Fastener Notice).

3. Install new condenser mounting nut to the radiator.

Tighten the nuts to 6 N.m (53 lb in).





4. Install new condenser mounting bolts.

Tighten the bolts to 6 N.m (53 lb in).

5. Install the cooling fan and shroud assembly. Refer to Cooling Fan and Shroud Replacement (Service and Repair).