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RADIATOR, Engine Cooling: Installation: Installation

Fig 1: RADIATOR MOUNTING BRACKET
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  1. Position the radiator into engine compartment. Seat the radiator assembly lower rubber isolators into the mounting holes in radiator lower support.
  2. Install the radiator mounting bracket (1) and bolts (2). Tighten to 12 N.m (106 in. lbs.).
  3. Position the condenser on radiator and install upper mounting bolts. Tighten bolts to 6 N.m (50 in. lbs.).
  4. Raise the vehicle.
    Fig 2: LOWER RADIATOR HOSE
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    1 - LOWER RADIATOR HOSE
    2 - RADIATOR FAN ASSEMBLY
  5. Install the lower condenser mounting bolts. Tighten bolts to 10 N.m (88 in. lbs.)
  6. Install the lower radiator hose (1) and clamp.
  7. Lower the vehicle.
    Fig 3: RADIATOR FAN ASSEMBLY
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    1 - UPPER RADIATOR CLOSURE PANELS
    2 - UPPER RADIATOR HOSE
    3 - RADIATOR FAN ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR
    4 - RADIATOR FAN ASSEMBLY
  8. Install the radiator fan. See Cooling/Engine/FAN, Cooling - Installation .
  9. Install the upper radiator upper hose. Align hose so it does not interfere with the accessory drive belt or engine. Position hose clamp so it will not interfere with the hood.
  10. Install the upper radiator closure panels.
  11. Connect the negative cable.
  12. Fill the cooling system with coolant. See Cooling - Standard Procedure .
  13. Operate the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature. Check the cooling system and automatic transmission for the correct fluid levels.