Cooling System (Mechanical): Radiator: Disassembly

REMOVE DRAIN PLUG
1. Remove the drain plug.
2. Remove the O-ring.
REMOVE WATER FILTER
1. Disconnect the No. 3 radiator hose from the radiator.
2. Remove the 2 bolts and water filter.
  
  Fig 1: Locating Water Filter Bolts
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ASSEMBLE SST
SST 09230-01010
1. Install the claw to the overhaul handle, inserting it in the hole in part "A" as shown in Fig 2.
2. While gripping the handle, adjust the stopper bolts so that dimension "B" shown in Fig 2 is 0.2 - 0.3 mm (0.008 - 0.012 in.).
NOTE: If this adjustment is not done the claw may be damaged.

Fig 2: Assembling SST
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UNCAULK LOCK PLATES
Using SST to release the caulking, squeeze the handle until stopped by the stopper bolts.

SST 09230-01010

Fig 3: Releasing Lock Plates
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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 4: Removing Radiator Tank
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A/T:
REMOVE OIL COOLER FROM LOWER TANK
1. Remove the 2 nuts and 2 plate washers.
  
  Fig 5: Removing Plate Washers
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2. Remove the oil cooler and 2 O-rings.