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RADIATOR, Engine Cooling: Installation: 3.6L

Fig 1: Radiator Mounting Brackets Bolts
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  1. Position the radiator into engine compartment. Seat the radiator assembly lower rubber isolators into the mounting holes in radiator lower support.
  2. Install the radiator mounting bracket (1) and bolts (2). Tighten to 12 N.m (106 in. lbs.).
    Fig 2: Mounting & Support Bolt
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  3. Position the condenser on radiator and loosely install the support bolt.
  4. Install upper and lower mounting bolt. Tighten bolts to 10 N.m (88 in. lbs.).
  5. Tighten the support bolt to 10 N.m (88 in. lbs.).
    Fig 3: Air Deflectors
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  6. Install the air deflectors (1).
  7. Position the hood latch release cable (2) through the notch in deflector.
    Fig 4: Front Bumper Fascia
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  8. Install the front bumper fascia. Refer to FASCIA, Front, Installation .
  9. Raise the vehicle.
    Fig 5: Lower Radiator Hose
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    1 - LOWER RADIATOR HOSE
    2 - RADIATOR FAN ASSEMBLY
  10. Install the lower radiator hose (1) and clamp.
    Fig 6: Lower Engine Cover & Front Air Shield
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  11. Install the lower engine cover.
  12. Lower vehicle.
    Fig 7: Radiator Fan Assembly
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    1 - UPPER RADIATOR CLOSURE PANELS
    2 - UPPER RADIATOR HOSE
    3 - RADIATOR FAN ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR
    4 - RADIATOR FAN ASSEMBLY
  13. Install the radiator fan. Refer to FAN, Cooling, Installation .
  14. Install the upper radiator upper hose (2). Align hose so it does not interfere with the accessory drive belt or engine. Position hose clamp so it will not interfere with the hood.
  15. Connect the negative cable.
  16. Fill the cooling system with coolant. Refer to Standard Procedure .
  17. Operate the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature. Check the cooling system and automatic transmission for the correct fluid levels.