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Section 17 (Engine Cooling System (H4DOTC)): Radiator: Installation

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  1. Attach the radiator lower cushion to the radiator lower bracket.
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  2. Install the radiator to vehicle.
    NOTE: Make pins on the lower side of radiator be fitted into the radiator lower cushions.
  3. Remove the ropes or other means used to secure the condenser to the vehicle.
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  4. Install the bolts at the top of the condenser.

    Tightening torque: 

    7.5 N.m (0.8 kgf-m, 5. ft-lb)

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  5. Install the radiator upper brackets.

    Tightening torque: 

    12 N.m (1.2 kgf-m, 8.9 ft-lb)

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  6. Connect the radiator inlet hose to the water pipe assembly.
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  7. Connect the connector (A) to the main fan motor and the connector (B) to the sub fan motor.
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  8. Lift up the vehicle.
  9. Connect the radiator outlet hose to thermostat cover.
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  10. Temporarily tighten the bolts a the bottom of the condenser.
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  11. Install the under cover. Ref. to EXTERIOR/INTERIOR TRIM>Front Under Cover>INSTALLATION .
  12. Lower the vehicle.
  13. Tighten the bolts at the bottom of the condenser using the ST.

    ST 73099SG000

    SPECIAL TOOL CONDENSER

    Tightening torque: 

    Calculation formula
    T = L/(100 mm (3.94 in) +L) x 7. N.m (0.8 kgf-m, 5. ft-lb)
    T: Tightening torque
    L: Effective length of torque wrench
    NOTE: If the effective length of the torque wrench used is unknown, consult the manufacturer of the torque wrench.
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  14. Install the clips to the grille bracket and front bumper and install the grille bracket.
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  15. Install the reservoir tank. Ref. to COOLING (H4DOTC)>Reservoir Tank>INSTALLATION .
  16. Install the air intake duct. Ref. to INTAKE (INDUCTION) (H4DOTC)>Air Intake Duct>INSTALLATION .
  17. Connect the battery ground terminal. Ref. to NOTE>NOTE>BATTERY .
  18. Fill engine coolant. Ref. to COOLING (H4DOTC)>Engine Coolant>REPLACEMENT>FILLING OF ENGINE COOLANT .