Radiator (1.6L Duratec) — removal and installation

Special tool

Coolant Hose Clamp Remover/Installer 303-397 (24-003)

Removal

1. Remove the electric cooling fan. For more information, refer to the Electric Cooling Fan - 1.6L Duratec chapter in this section.

2. Drain the coolant from the cooling system. For more information, refer to the Draining/Filling Coolant and Bleeding the Cooling System chapter in this section.

3. Remove the radiator splash shield.



4. Using suitable clamps, suspend the air conditioning (A/C) condenser.



5. Disconnect the A/C condenser from the radiator.



6. Using the special tool, disconnect the upper radiator hose.



7. Using a special tool, disconnect the radiator hoses.



8. Remove the radiator support bracket mounting bolts.



9.

NOTE: Support the radiator.

Remove the radiator support bracket.



10. Remove the radiator.

Installation

1. Install the elements back in place in reverse order.