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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2005 🢒 Equinox 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Cooling 🢒 Radiator Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 1327535 Size: SH
  1. Drain the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling .
  2. Remove the front fascia. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Replacement in Bumpers.
  3. Remove the battery box air inlet duct.

    4. Object Number: 1327534 Size: SH
  4. Remove the condenser radiator fan module (CRFM) closeout panel retainers from the condenser.
  5. Remove the CRFM closeout panel from the condenser.
  6. Remove the fan assembly bolts from the radiator.
  7. Lift the fan assembly to disengage the lower retention tabs.
  8. Position the fan assembly away from the radiator.

    9. Object Number: 1327527 Size: SH
  9. Lift the condenser while holding the upper retention tabs forward.
  10. Position the condenser away from the radiator.

    11. Object Number: 948980 Size: SH
  11. Remove the CRFM bracket bolts from the radiator support.
  12. Remove the CRFM brackets from the radiator.

    13. Object Number: 1327541 Size: SH
  13. Remove the radiator inlet hose clamp from the radiator.
  14. Remove the radiator inlet hose from the radiator.

    15. Object Number: 1327549 Size: SH
  15. Remove the radiator outlet hose clamp from the radiator.
  16. Remove the radiator outlet hose from the radiator.

    17. Object Number: 1284996 Size: SH
  17. Disconnect the transmission cooler liners from the radiator.
  18. Remove the radiator from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure
  1. Install the radiator to the vehicle.

    2. Object Number: 1284996 Size: SH
  2. Connect the transmission cooler liners to the radiator.

    3. Object Number: 1327549 Size: SH
  3. Install the radiator outlet hose to the radiator.
  4. Install the radiator outlet hose clamp to the radiator.

    5. Object Number: 1327541 Size: SH
  5. Install the radiator inlet hose to the radiator.
  6. Install the radiator inlet hose clamp to the radiator.

    7. Object Number: 948980 Size: SH
  7. Install the CRFM bracket to the radiator support.

    8. 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.

  8. Install the CRFM brackets bolts to the radiator.

    9. Tighten
    Tighten the bolt to 8 N·m (71 lb in).


    Object Number: 1327527 Size: SH
  9. Install the condenser to the radiator. Press down to engage the upper retention tabs.
  10. Install the fan assembly to the radiator.
  11. Install the fan assembly bolts to the radiator.

    12. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts to 8 N·m (71 lb in).

    Notice: The compressor hose must maintain a minimum clearance of 20 mm (0.8 in) from the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) pipe. If this minimum clearance is not maintained, damage to the compressor hose may result.


    Object Number: 1327534 Size: SH
  12. Install the CRFM closeout panel to the condenser.
  13. Install the CRFM closeout panel retainers to the condenser.
  14. Install the front fascia. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Replacement in Bumpers.
  15. Fill the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling .