GM 52498589 Radiator Assembly

Remove the electrical cable, drain your cooling system, and keep the coolant if it is young and in good shape for your next use. Take care not to damage the plastic drain plug while you pull it off. Remove the air cleaner assembly. When your vehicle uses an automatic transaxle, unfasten the cooler lines from the radiator. Seal the ends to stop any liquid from leaking out. A pan underneath will hold drained liquid. Unbolt the cooling fan, relax the hose clamps, then free off the radiator hoses by grasping the clamps with adjustable pliers. Drop the reservoir hose off the radiator neck, block off the connections to hold liquid inside, and unscrew the bolts that hold the radiator in place. Take the radiator out with care to prevent drips and marks. Check your radiator for leaks and harm, blow compressed air through it, and rub away dirt and grime with a soft brush while keeping the cooling fins straight. Check the radiator mounts for deterioration. When putting the cooler back in place, first reattach the cooler line retaining clips. Then simply fit each cooler line into its proper spot. After putting everything in, mix the right amount of antifreeze and water for your cooler. Let air out of the system. Start the engine to find leaks. Wait until reaching regular running temperature before checking your coolant again and adding more if the level is still too low. When a vehicle has an automatic transaxle, check the fluid supply and top up if necessary.

The radiator is positioned on two rubber pads at the bottom and secured by a metal panel or the fan shroud at the top.