The radiator of the Honda CR-V lowers the temperature of the coolant by allowing air to pass over the metal fins and by having the cooling fans pull recent air terminated the radiator. When the radiator is functioning properly, it keeps the temperature of the engine within an skilled span. Coolant circulates from the engine to the radiator finished the application of a aqua pump. Whether the radiator becomes clogged or damaged, you Testament require to alternate it. Place the heater on the hottest setting. First step the vehicle and let it fall. Forge ahead adding coolant to the radiator until the constant is at the backside of the filler neck.
Assign a filter pan under the radiator. Loosen the filter plug, however bring about not remove it. Remove the radiator cap.
2. Disconnect the electrical connectors for the fans. Squeeze the hose clamp on the lower radiator hose and slide it back toward the centre of the hose. Twist the hose off the radiator.
3. Remove the transmission cooler lines from the radiator. Plug the lines to prevent them from dripping.
4. Squeeze the hose clamp on the upper radiator hose and slide it toward the centre of the hose. Twist the hose off the radiator.
5. Remove the bolts that secure the upper radiator cornerstone brackets. Remove the brackets. Carefully slide the radiator gone of the engine compartment. Remove the bolts securing the fans to the radiator.
Radiator Installation
6. Install the fans on the contemporary radiator. Make safe the lower radiator bushings are in assign. Slide the radiator into position. Gently push down on the radiator until it seats properly in the bushings.
7. Install the transmission cooler lines and the upper and lower radiator hoses. Tighten the clamps.
8. Reattach the electrical connectors for the radiator fans. Install the upper radiator brace brackets and tighten the bolts. Fill the radiator with a 50/50 alloy of H2O and coolant.
9. Failure to licence the botheration could aftermath in permanent engine damage and costly repairs.
Instructions
Radiator Removal
1. Interchange the radiator cap.10. Top off the coolant reservoir to the "Comprehensive" mark. Allow the cooling fans to cycle on and off twice before shutting the engine off.
