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Again THANK YOU DSX!

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Procedure:
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Originally Posted by DSXMachina

OK, notice that this is AFTER the radiator is removed, so you'll need that procedure. Coming up.

Here you go. FYI, the 1.8 hours INCLUDES rdiator removal and reinstallation. Again, courtesy of Alldata. You can get a subscription by going to Alldata.com. I have the pro version which runs $140/mo. It's much less for you.<TABLE class=image-table>*******><TR><TD></TD></TR>********></TABLE>

Warning!
Danger of scalding!
Only perform this work after engine has cooled down.

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Important!
Wear protective goggles and gloves.

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

• Follow instructions for working See: Service and Repair\Procedures\17 00 ... Instructions For Working on Cooling System on cooling system
• Remove intake duct
• Remove intake filter housing See: Engine\Air Cleaner Housing\Service and Repair
• Remove fan cowl See: Radiator Cooling Fan\Service and Repair
• Draining coolant See: Coolant\Service and Repair
• Unlock coolant hoses and detach If fitted:
• Remove heat exchanger for automatic transmission fluid

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Automatic only:
Release bolt and detach hose (1).

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Release screws.
Carefully feed out radiator (1) towards top and remove.

Note:
Illustration shows N54.