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2006 Chevrolet Suburban C2500, 6.0 U

Radiator Replacement (HP2)

2006 Chevrolet Suburban C2500, 6.0 USECTION Radiator Replacement (HP2)
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Fig 1: View Of Radiator (HP2)
GM1966988Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Callout Component Name

Preliminary Procedures

  1. Drain the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling (Vac-N-Fill)  or Cooling System Draining and Filling (Static Fill) 
  2. Remove air cleaner assembly. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement
  3. Remove radiator air upper baffel and deflector. Refer to Radiator Air Upper Baffle and Deflector Replacement 
  4. Remove radiator surge tank. Refer to Radiator Surge Tank Replacement (HP2) 
  5. Remove radiator surge tank inlet hose/pipe. Refer to Radiator Surge Tank Inlet Hose/Pipe Replacement (HP2) 
  6. Remove radiator vent inlet hose. Refer to Radiator Vent Inlet Hose Replacement (HP2) 
  7. Remove radiator hose inlet. Refer to Radiator Inlet Hose Replacement (HP2) 
  8. Remove radiator hose outlet. Refer to Radiator Outlet Hose Replacement (HP2) 
  9. Remove cooling fan and shroud. Refer to Cooling Fan and Shroud Replacement (HP2) 
  10. Remove the generator control module coolant radiator. Refer to Generator Control Module Coolant Radiator Replacement
1 Radiator Bolt (Qty: 2)
CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .

Tighten:  25 N.m (18 lb ft)
2 Radiator Assembly
RENDER: 1.0x

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.