3.0L Diesel
CAUTION:
Before installing the radiator or A/C condenser, be sure the radiator-to-body and radiator-to-A/C condenser rubber air seals are properly fastened to their original positions. These are used at the top, bottom and sides of the radiator and A/C condenser. To prevent overheating, these seals must be installed to their original positions.
- If removed, install the cooling fan assembly and engage both retaining tabs (1).
- Carefully install the radiator (1) into the vehicle. Guide the two radiator rubber air seals into the lower radiator support.
- Install the cooling fan assembly and engage both lock tabs (1).
- Connect the cooling fan wire harness connector (1).
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to HOISTING, STANDARD PROCEDURE
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- Install the lower cooling fan closeout panel (1).
- Remove the support and lower the vehicle.
- Install the upper radiator hose (1).
- Carefully install the A/C condenser into the radiator mounts and engage the two retaining tabs (1) and (2).
- Connect both of the transmission cooler lines (1).
- Remove the tape or plugs from the opened refrigerant line fittings and the condenser ports.
- Lubricate NEW seals with clean refrigerant oil and install them on the refrigerant line fittings. Use only the specified seals as they are made of a special material for the refrigerant used in the system. Use only refrigerant oil of the type recommended for the A/C compressor in the vehicle.
- Connect the A/C liquid jumper line (5) and A/C discharge line (4) to the A/C condenser (1).
- Install the nut (6) that secures the A/C discharge and liquid jumper line to the A/C condenser. Tighten the nut to 20 N. m (15 ft. lbs.).
- Install the Charge Air Cooler (CAC). Refer to the appropriate service information .
- Install the radiator crossmember. Refer to CROSSMEMBER, RADIATOR, INSTALLATION
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- Install the lower radiator hose (1).
- Fill the cooling system. Refer to COOLANT SYSTEM AIR EVACUATION .
- Evacuate and charge the refrigerant system. Refer to PLUMBING, STANDARD PROCEDURE .
- Install the front skid plate. Refer to INSTALLATION .
- Connect the negative battery cable.
- Start the engine and check for leaks.