Silhouette FWD V6-3.4L VIN E (2004)
Radiator: Service and Repair
Radiator Replacement
Radiator Replacement
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Tools Required
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J 38185 Hose Clamp Pliers
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J 39400-A Halogen Leak Detector
Removal Procedure
1. Recover the refrigerant from the A/C system.
2. Drain the cooling system.
3. Remove the cooling fans with the cooling fan shroud.
Important: Use the J 38185 to gently release tension on the hose clamp until the hose clamp lock feature engages allowing removal of the hose.
4. Release tension from the hose clamp at the water pump housing using the J 38185.
5. Disconnect the radiator outlet hose from the water pump housing.
6. Disconnect the lower TOC line from the radiator.
7. Remove the nut which secures the A/C discharge hose to the condenser block
8. Disconnect the A/C discharge hose from the condenser block.
9. Remove and discard the sealing washer.
Important: Cap or tape off the open A/C hose immediately to prevent system contamination.
10. Cap or tape off the A/C discharge hose.