- New radiator
- Radiator cap
- Radiator drain plug
- Hose clamp pliers
- Screwdriver
- Pliers
- Funnel
- Coolant
- Distilled water
Instructions:
1. Park your car on a level surface and turn off the engine. Allow the engine to cool down completely before proceeding.
2. Locate the radiator drain plug. It is typically located at the bottom of the radiator on the passenger side.
3. Place a drain pan under the radiator drain plug.
4. Open the radiator drain plug. Allow all of the coolant to drain out of the radiator.
5. Close the radiator drain plug.
6. Locate the radiator hoses. There are two radiator hoses, one on the top and one on the bottom of the radiator.
7. Use hose clamp pliers to loosen the hose clamps on the radiator hoses.
8. Remove the radiator hoses from the radiator.
9. Remove the old radiator.
10. Install the new radiator.
11. Reattach the radiator hoses to the radiator.
12. Tighten the hose clamps on the radiator hoses.
13. Fill the radiator with coolant.
14. Add distilled water to the radiator until the coolant level reaches the "Full" mark.
15. Replace the radiator cap.
16. Start the engine and let it run for a few minutes. Check for any leaks.
17. Turn off the engine and allow it to cool down completely.
18. Recheck the coolant level and add more coolant if necessary.
Tips:
- Be careful not to spill any coolant on the paint of your car. Coolant can damage the paint.
- If you are not comfortable performing this task, you can have it done by a qualified mechanic.
- If your car has a lot of miles on it, you may also want to replace the thermostat at the same time as the radiator. This can help to improve the cooling system performance and prevent future problems.
