Radiator, Engine Cooling: Removal: Diesel

WARNING:

Do not open the radiator draincock with the system hot and under pressure because serious burns from coolant can occur.

NOTE:

It is not necessary to discharge the air conditioning system to remove the radiator.

Fig 1: Identifying Air Inlet Tube

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Remove air intake duct (2).
Disconnect the negative battery cable.
Remove engine cover.
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to HOISTING, STANDARD PROCEDURE .

Fig 2: Belly Pan & Bolts
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NOTE:
Belly pan removal is necessary for draining the cooling system.
Remove lower belly pan (2).
Drain cooling system. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .
NOTE:
Removal of the lower radiator hose can only be accessed from the top of vehicle when the cooling fan module has been removed.

Fig 3: Front Bumper Fascia Components
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Partially lower the vehicle.
Remove the front wheel and tires.
Remove the inner splash shields.
Remove the front bumper fascia/grille (2) assembly. Refer to FASCIA, FRONT, REMOVAL .

Fig 4: Lower, Fan Blade Retaining Nut & Fan Motor
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Lower the vehicle.
Remove radiator fan module assembly (8). Refer to FAN, COOLING, REMOVAL .
Disconnect the lower radiator hose.

Fig 5: Radiator, Charge Air Cooler, Hose & Fasteners
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Disconnect the charge air hoses (5, 7) from the charge air cooler (2).
Remove the bolts (4, 6) and the charge air cooler from the radiator (3).
Remove remaining fasteners attaching A/C condenser (1) to radiator. Position A/C condenser aside.
Lift the radiator up and out of engine compartment.