Radiator: Service and Repair

RADIATOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [13B-MSP]

WARNING:
- Never remove the cooling system cap or loosen the radiator drain plug while the engine is running, or when the engine and radiator are hot. Scalding engine coolant and steam may shoot out and cause serious injury. It may also damage the engine and cooling system.
- Turn off the engine and wait until it is cool. Even then, be very careful when removing the cap. Wrap a thick cloth around it and slowly turn it counterclockwise to the first stop. Step back while the pressure escapes.
- When you are sure all the pressure is gone, press down on the cap using the cloth, turn it, and remove it.

1. Remove the engine cover. Service and Repair

2. Remove the battery cover. Removal and Replacement

3. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Removal and Replacement

4. Drain the engine coolant. Service and Repair

5. Remove the following.
a. Splash shield

b. Aerodynamic under cover Aerodynamic Under Cover Removal/Installation

c. Battery, battery box, battery tray, battery duct Removal and Replacement

d. Air cleaner component, air cleaner insulator Intake-Air System Removal/Installation

6. Position the coolant reserve tank out of the way. Service and Repair

7. Disconnect the ATF oil cooler hose from the radiator. (AT)

8. Remove in the order indicated in the table.

9. Install in the reverse order of removal.

10. Refill the engine coolant. Service and Repair

11. Inspect for engine coolant leakage. Engine Coolant Leakage Inspection

12. Inspect the ATF level. (AT) Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) Inspection - SJ6A-EL









Condenser Fitting Bolt Removal Note

1. Remove the condenser fitting bolt, and position the condenser out of the way with the cooler pipes still connected.