Corvette V8-7.0L (2007)
Radiator: Service and Repair
Radiator Replacement
Radiator Replacement
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. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.
2. Drain the cooling system. Refer to Draining and Filling Cooling System (GE 47716) Draining and Filling Cooling System (Static Fill).
3. Remove the condenser.
4. Disengage tension on the radiator inlet hose clamp at the radiator using J 38185.
5. Disconnect the radiator inlet hose from the radiator.
Important: Lift up on the cooling fan and shroud assembly to disengage the tabs from the radiator slots.
6. Remove the cooling fan and shroud assembly from the radiator.
7. Disengage tension and reposition the surge tank inlet hose clamp at the radiator.
8. Disconnect the surge tank inlet hose from the radiator.
9. Vehicles equipped with a transmission oil cooler, disconnect the upper transmission oil cooler line from the radiator.
10. Vehicles equipped with a engine oil cooler, disconnect the upper engine oil cooler line from the radiator.
11. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
