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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Oldsmobile 🢒 2001 🢒 Intrigue 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Electrical 🢒 Radiator Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Drain the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling .
  2. Remove the engine mount strut bracket from the upper radiator support. Refer to Engine Mount Strut Bracket Replacement in Engine Mechanical - 3.5L.
  3. Remove the cooling fan shroud assembly. Refer to Engine Cooling Fan Replacement .
  4. Remove the outlet hose from the radiator. Refer to Radiator Outlet Hose Replacement .
  5. Remove the inlet hose from the radiator. Refer to Radiator Inlet Hose Replacement .
  6. Disconnect the transmission oil cooler lines from the radiator. Refer to Automatic Transmission Oil Cooler Hose Replacement in Automatic Transaxle - 4T65-E.

    7. Object Number: 289155 Size: SH
  7. Remove the radiator mounting bolts and bracket.
  8. Remove the radiator.

    9. Object Number: 289153 Size: SH
  9. Remove the radiator mounts.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 289153 Size: SH
  1. Install the radiator mounts.

    2. Object Number: 289155 Size: SH
  2. Install the radiator.

    3. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  3. Install the radiator mounting brackets and bolts.

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts to 10 N·m (89 lb in).

  4. Connect the transmission oil cooler lines to the radiator. Refer to Automatic Transmission Oil Cooler Hose Replacement in Automatic Transaxle - 4T65-E.
  5. Install the cooling fan shroud. Refer to Engine Cooling Fan Replacement .
  6. Install the inlet hose to the radiator. Refer to Radiator Inlet Hose Replacement .
  7. Install the outlet hose to the radiator. Refer to Radiator Outlet Hose Replacement .
  8. Install the engine mount strut bracket from the upper radiator support. Refer to Engine Mount Strut Bracket Replacement in Engine Mechanical - 3.5L.
  9. Fill the cooling system with engine coolant. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling .
  10. Inspect for leaks.