- New radiator
- Radiator drain pan
- Funnel
- Coolant (antifreeze)
- Wrench set
- Screwdriver
- Pliers
- Jack and jack stands
Instructions:
1. Park your car on a level surface and allow the engine to cool down.
2. Jack up the front of your car and secure it with jack stands.
3. Locate the radiator drain plug and place the drain pan underneath.
4. Open the radiator drain plug and allow the coolant to drain completely.
5. Once the coolant has drained, close the drain plug.
6. Remove the upper radiator hose by loosening the hose clamp and pulling the hose off the radiator nipple.
7. Remove the lower radiator hose in the same manner.
8. Remove the radiator mounting bolts and carefully lift the radiator out of the car.
9. Place the new radiator in the car and secure it with the mounting bolts.
10. Reattach the upper and lower radiator hoses and tighten the hose clamps.
11. Fill the radiator with coolant using the funnel.
12. Start the engine and allow it to run for a few minutes to circulate the coolant.
13. Check the coolant level and add more coolant if necessary.
14. Lower the car from the jack stands and test drive it to ensure that the radiator is working properly.
