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# RADIATOR > REMOVAL

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1. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL

CAUTION:

  Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal to prevent airbag activation.

2. REMOVE RADIATOR GRILLE

1. Using a clip remover, remove the 2 clips.

1. Remove the 2 screws.

1. Pull the radiator grille in the direction indicated by the arrow in the illustration to detach the 5 claws and remove the radiator grille.

3. REMOVE RADIATOR SIDE DEFLECTOR LH

1. Using a clip remover, remove the 2 clips.

1. Detach the claws and remove the deflector.

4. REMOVE RADIATOR SIDE DEFLECTOR RH

1. Using a clip remover, remove the 2 clips.

1. Detach the claws and remove the deflector.

5. DRAIN ENGINE COOLANT

1. Remove the radiator cap.

1. Loosen the cylinder block drain cock plug and radiator drain plug, and then drain the coolant.

   HINT:
     Collect the coolant in a container and dispose of it according to the regulations in your area.

6. REMOVE RADIATOR HOSE INLET

7. REMOVE RADIATOR HOSE OUTLET

8. REMOVE FAN SHROUD

1. Disconnect the reservoir hose from the radiator tank upper.

1. Loosen the 4 nuts holding the fluid coupling fan.

1. Remove the drive belt (Click here).

1. Remove the 2 bolts holding the fan shroud.

1. Remove the 4 nuts of the fluid coupling fan, and then remove the shroud together with the coupling fan.

   NOTICE:
     Be careful not to damage the radiator core.

1. Remove the fan pulley from the water pump.

9. REMOVE RADIATOR ASSEMBLY

1. Disconnect the 2 airbag sensor front connectors.

1. Using a clip remover, detach the 4 clamps from the radiator side as shown in the illustration.

   HINT:
     Tape the clip remover tip before use.

1. Remove the 4 bolts and radiator.