Section 12 (Engine Cooling System (H6DO)): Radiator: Installation

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Install the radiator lower cushion to the vehicle body.
Install the radiator to vehicle.
NOTE: Make pins on the lower side of radiator be fitted into the radiator lower cushions.
Remove the ropes or other means used to secure the condenser to the vehicle.

Fig 1: Securing Condenser To Vehicle Using Ropes
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Temporarily tighten the bolts securing the condenser upper bracket to the radiator.

Fig 2: Identifying Condenser Upper Bracket Bolts
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Position the condenser lower bracket, and install the bolts securing the condenser lower bracket to the condenser.
Tightening torque:

3.9 N.m (0.4 kgf-m, 2.9 ft-lb)

Fig 3: Identifying Condenser Lower Bracket Bolts
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Using the ST, tighten the bolts securing the condenser lower bracket to the radiator.
ST 73099SG000 SPECIAL TOOL CONDENSER

Tightening torque:

Calculation formula

T = L/(100 mm (3.94 in)+L) x 7.5 N.m (0.8 kgf-m, 5.5 ft-lb)

T: Tightening torque

L: Effective length of torque wrench

NOTE: If the effective length of the torque wrench used is unknown, consult the manufacturer of the torque wrench.

Fig 4: Checking Length Of Torque Wrench
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Fig 5: Tightening Condenser Lower Bracket Bolts
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Tighten the bolts securing the condenser upper bracket to the radiator.
Tightening torque:

7.5 N.m (0.8 kgf-m, 5.5 ft-lb)

Fig 6: Identifying Condenser Upper Bracket Bolts
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Install the radiator upper bracket LH and the radiator upper bracket RH.
Tightening torque:

12 N.m (1.2 kgf-m, 8.9 ft-lb)

Fig 7: Identifying Radiator Upper Bracket Bolts LH And RH
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Connect the radiator inlet hose LH and radiator inlet hose RH.

Fig 8: Identifying Radiator Inlet Hose LH And RH
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Install the reservoir tank. Ref. to INSTALLATION , Reservoir Tank.
Lift up the vehicle.
Connect the connector (A) and connector (B) to the radiator fan harness.

Fig 9: Identifying Radiator Fan Harness Connector (1 Of 2)
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Fig 10: Identifying Radiator Fan Harness Connector (2 Of 2)
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Connect the CVTF radiator inlet hose and CVTF radiator outlet hose to the CVTF cooler pipe assembly.
NOTE: Use new CVTF radiator inlet hose and CVTF radiator outlet hose.

Fig 11: Identifying CVTF Pipe Clamps
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Install the CVTF radiator inlet hose and CVTF radiator outlet hose to the clips of the radiator fan shroud.
Connect the radiator outlet hose to thermostat cover.

Fig 12: Identifying Radiator Outlet Hose Clamps
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Install the under cover. Ref. to INSTALLATION , Front Under Cover.
Lower the vehicle.
Attach the grille bracket.

Fig 13: Identifying Grille Bracket Clips
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Install the front bumper. Ref. to INSTALLATION , Front Bumper.
Install the air intake duct. Ref. to INSTALLATION , Air Intake Duct.
Connect the ground terminal to battery sensor. Ref. to BATTERY
NOTE: Repair Contents.
Fill engine coolant. Ref. to FILLING OF ENGINE COOLANT , REPLACEMENT, Engine Coolant.
Check the CVTF level and replenish it if necessary. Ref. to INSPECTION , CVTF.
Install the collector cover.