- Pliers
- Wrench
- Screwdriver
- Bucket
- Rags
Procedure:
1. Park the vehicle on level ground and allow the engine to cool.
2. Open the hood.
3. Remove the negative battery cable.
4. Locate the drain plug on the bottom of the radiator and open it with a wrench.
5. Place the bucket under the drain plug to catch the coolant that drains from the radiator.
6. Reinstall the drain plug.
7. Loosen the radiator cap.
8. Use a pliers to remove the radiator hoses.
9. Remove the top and bottom radiator support bolts using a wrench.
10. Lift the radiator out of the vehicle.
11. Clean the radiator with water and a rag.
12. Replace the radiator with a new one.
13. Reinstall the top and bottom radiator support bolts.
14. Reconnect the radiator hoses.
15. Tighten the radiator cap.
16. Reinstall the negative battery cable.
17. Start the engine and allow it to run for a few minutes to circulate the coolant.
