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Removal Procedure

  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  2. Remove the radiator cap.
  3. Raise and properly support the vehicle. Refer to LIFTING & JACKING VEHICLE in General Information.
  4. Remove the lower radiator shroud clips.
  5. Open the drain plug (1).
  6. Drain the cooling system.
  7. Close the drain plug (1).
    Fig 1: Identifying Drain Plug
    G01470701Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Remove the transmission oil cooler lines (1) from the bottom of the radiator (automatic transmission only). Cap the open lines to prevent leakage.
    Fig 2: Removing Transmission Oil Cooler Lines From Bottom Of Radiator
    G01470702Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Remove the lower radiator hose.
  10. Lower the vehicle then remove the radiator overflow hose.
  11. Remove the upper radiator hose.
  12. Remove the 2 upper radiator shroud clips.
    Fig 3: Radiator Hoses
    G01470703Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  13. Remove 1 bolt from each side of the radiator.
    IMPORTANT: Do not damage the radiator on the fan during removal.
  14. Lean the fan shroud toward the engine and lift the radiator up and out of the vehicle.
    Fig 4: Lifting Radiator Up & Out Of Vehicle
    G01470704Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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