Malibu Classic L4-2.2L (2008)
Radiator: Service and Repair
Radiator Replacement
Radiator Replacement (L61)
Tools Required
J 38185 Hose Clamp Pliers
Removal Procedure
1. Drain the coolant. Refer to Draining and Filling Cooling System (L61).
2. Remove the left headlamp. Refer to Headlamp Assembly or Headlamp Bulb and/or Cornering, Sidemarker, Park, Turn Signal Bulb Replacement.
3. Remove the right headlamp.
4. Loop a rope around each of the 2 tabs of the condenser and tie the rope around the upper tie bar.
5. Remove the upper radiator support bracket bolts.
6. Remove the upper radiator support brackets.
7. Reposition the radiator outlet hose clamp at the radiator using the J 38185.
8. Remove the radiator outlet hose from the radiator.