Radiator Repair Procedures

Inspection

1. 1
   Remove the radiator cap, wet its seal with engine coolant, then install it on the pressure tester.

   

2. 2
   Apply pressure of 93.16 ~ 122.58 kPa (0.95 ~ 1.25 kgf/cm², 13.51 ~ 17.78 psi).
3. 3
   Check for pressure drop.
4. 4
   If the pressure drops, replace the radiator cap.
5. 5
   Wait until the engine cools down, then carefully remove the radiator cap and fill the radiator with engine coolant, then install it on the pressure tester.
6. 6
   Connect the tester to the radiator and apply pressure of 93.16 ~ 122.58 kPa (0.95 ~ 1.25 kgf/cm², 13.51 ~ 17.78 psi).

   

7. 7
   Check for engine coolant leaks and pressure drop.
8. 8
   Remove the tester and install the radiator cap.

   Check for engine oil in the coolant and/or coolant in the engine oil.

Removal and Installation

1. 1
   Drain the engine coolant. (Refer to Cooling System — Engine Coolant)
2. 2
   Remove the cooling fan. (Refer to Cooling System - "Cooling Fan")
3. 3
   Remove the radiator upper hose (A).

   

4. 4
   Remove the radiator lower hose quick connector (A).

   

   After the hose is disconnected, remove the retainer clip (A), then disconnect the quick-connector.

5. 5
   Remove the front bumper cover. (Refer to Body - "Front Bumper Cover")
6. 6
   Remove the radiator upper mounting brackets (A).

   Tightening torque: 7.8 ~ 11.8 N·m

   [LH]

   

   [RH]

   

7. 7
   Remove the resonator. (Refer to Intake and Exhaust System - "Air Cleaner")
8. 8
   Remove the A/C condenser from the radiator assembly.
9. 9
   Remove the radiator assembly (A) from the vehicle.

   

10. 10
    Install in the reverse order of removal.
11. 11
    Fill the radiator with engine coolant and check for leaks. (Refer to Cooling System - "Engine Coolant")

    Bleed air from the cooling system. (Refer to Cooling System - "Engine Coolant")