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Radiator: Service and Repair

REMOVE
1. Drain cooling system. (Bottom Hose)
2. Disconnect radiator top hoses.
3. Remove fan cowl and fan blade assembly.

Radiator Connections:





4. Disconnect four transmission and engine oil cooler connections to radiator end tanks. Note oil spillage will occur when connections are loosened.
5. Blank off exposed oil connections.
6. Remove radiator securing brackets from each side.





7. Remove radiator unit by lifting from its location. Check condition of rubber mounting pads.

INSTALLATION
1. Check radiator sealing strips are securely located.
2. Transfer oil cooler adaptors if fitting new radiator.
3. Reverse removal procedure. Ensure that oil cooler connections are tightened to 30 Nm (22 ft. lbs.). before fitting fan blades and cowl.
4. Clean coolant/oil spillage from vehicle.
5. Check all connections for coolant/oil leaks.