Radiator, Engine Cooling: Removal: 2.4L/3.6L

Fig 1: Air Filter Box Assembly

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Disconnect negative cable.
Remove engine cover.
Remove air intake assembly. Refer to BODY, AIR CLEANER, REMOVAL or BODY, AIR CLEANER, REMOVAL
Evacuate the A/C system. Refer to PLUMBING, FRONT, STANDARD PROCEDURE .
WARNING:
Do not remove pressure cap or any hose with the system hot and under pressure because serious burns from coolant can occur.
Drain cooling system. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .
Remove the front bumper fascia. Refer to FASCIA, FRONT, REMOVAL .

Fig 2: Bolt & Horn Assembly
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Disconnect the horn connectors.
Remove the bolt (1) holding the horn assembly (2) to the upper core support.

Fig 3: A/C Line Nuts & A/C Condenser
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Remove the upper and lower radiator hoses.
Remove the A/C line nuts (2) at the A/C condenser.

Fig 4: Tabs & Radiator
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NOTE:
The radiator is held in place by plastic tabs. The tabs need to be compressed in order to remove the radiator.
Compress the tabs (1) that hold the radiator (2) to the core support frame located at the upper ends of the radiator.
Tilt the radiator/condenser assembly away from the core support frame.

Fig 5: Trans Cooler Lines
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Remove the trans cooler lines (2) from the condenser and position aside.
Carefully lift the radiator/condenser assembly out of the vehicle between the engine and the front bumper support.

Fig 6: Bolt
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Remove the bolt (2) that supports the condenser to the radiator.

Fig 7: A/C Condenser & Radiator
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Separate the A/C condenser (3) from the radiator (2) by compressing the tabs at the sides.