Withdrawal
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Remove the front bumper as described in chapter 11.
2. Drain the coolant, as described in the relevant part chapter 1.
3. If there is a fan on sensor screwed into the radiator, disconnect the wiring from it.
4. Loosen the clamps and disconnect the upper and lower hoses from the radiator, remembering the laying (pic. 3.4, a, b).
5. On models with automatic transmission, wipe the areas around the connections of the hydraulic pipes to the radiator. Remove the mounting bolts, then carefully release both tubes from the radiator. Tighten the tube openings to keep dirt out of the system. Discard the o-rings, you will need new ones to install.
6. On air-conditioned models, remove the nuts and bolts securing the condenser to the radiator and all nuts and bolts securing the tubes. Release the condenser from the radiator and hang it so as not to stress the tubes. Refrigerant pipes DO NOT DISCONNECT (see paragraph 10).
7. On models with air conditioning, disconnect the wiring from the pressure sensor on the right side of the radiator.
8. Turn away fastening bolts and remove plastic covers from the left and right parties of a radiator. If necessary, remove the screws securing the intake duct to the top of the radiator (pic. 3.8).
9. Unscrew the bolts securing the power steering cooler to the front of the radiator and take it aside (pic. 3.9). Tie the cooler to the body so as not to stress the hoses.
10. Remove the upper radiator mounts, tilt the radiator forward and remove from the lower supports. On air-conditioned models, be very careful not to damage the condenser.
Examination
11. If the radiator was removed for flushing, flush it in the opposite direction as described in paragraph 32 of chapter 1A or 1B. Remove dirt from the outside of the radiator cells using compressed air and a brush. Be careful as the cells are very fragile.
12. If necessary, consult a specialist for assistance in determining the suitability of the radiator.
13. Present the current radiator to a specialized radiator repair shop. Do not try to weld or solder the radiator yourself, you can damage the plastic components - experience is needed.
14. If the radiator is to be sent for repair, remove all sensors and hoses from it.
15. Check up a condition of support of a radiator, replace unusable details.
Installation
13. Installation - reverse procedure. Pay attention to the following:
- A) Make sure that the radiator is securely fastened to the lower supports and upper fasteners.
- b) On models with automatic transmission, install new o-rings on the tube mounts, lubricating them with clean transmission fluid before installation to facilitate installation. Push both tubes in until they stop, then tighten the mounting bolts and tighten them securely.
- V) Make sure that the hoses are connected correctly and that their clamps are securely tightened.
- G) Fill the system with coolant as described in the relevant part chapter 1.
- d) On models with automatic transmission, finally check the fluid level in the box and add fluid if necessary, as described in the relevant part chapter 1.
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