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Cooling System (Mechanical): Radiator: Disassembly

  1. REMOVE PACKINGS. 
  2. REMOVE RADIATOR CAP. 
  3. REMOVE DRAIN PLUG. 
    1. Remove the drain plug.
    2. Remove the O-ring.
  4. ASSEMBLE SST (SST 09230-01010). 
    1. Install the claw to the overhaul handle, inserting it in the hole in part A. See Fig 1.
    2. While gripping the handle, adjust the stopper bolt to dimension B. See Fig 1.
      1. Dimension B:  0.2-0.3 mm (0.008-0.012 in.)
      NOTE: If this adjustment is not done the claw may be damaged.
      Fig 1: Assembling Special Service Tool 09230-01010
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  5. UNCAULK LOCK PLATES.  Using SST (SST 09230-01010) to release the caulking, squeeze the handle until stopped by the stopper bolt.
    Fig 2: Uncaulking Radiator Lock Plates
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  6. REMOVE TANKS AND O-RINGS.  Lightly tap the bracket of the radiator (or radiator inlet or outlet) with a soft-faced hammer, and remove the tank and the O-ring.
    Fig 3: Removing Upper Radiator Tank
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  7. REMOVE OIL COOLER FROM LOWER TANK. 
    1. Remove the 2 nuts and 2 plate washers.
    2. Remove the oil cooler and 2 O-rings.
    3. Fig 4: Removing Oil Cooler From Lower Tank
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