2000 Chrysler Intrepid BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Section 131 (Engine Cooling System): Radiator: Removal

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NOTE: It is not necessary to discharge air conditioning system when removing the radiator.
  1. Disconnect negative cable from remote jumper terminal.
    WARNING: DO NOT REMOVE THE CYLINDER BLOCK PLUG OR THE RADIATOR DRAINCOCK WITH THE SYSTEM HOT AND UNDER PRESSURE BECAUSE SERIOUS BURNS FROM COOLANT CAN OCCUR.
  2. Drain cooling system.
  3. Remove radiator upper crossmember.
  4. Remove upper and lower coolant hoses from the radiator.
  5. Disconnect transmission hoses from cooler and plug (Fig 1 ).
  6. Disconnect engine oil cooler lines (if equipped) (Fig 1 ).
    Fig 1: Identifying Radiator Components
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  7. Disconnect the radiator fan electrical connector (Fig 2 ).
  8. Remove radiator fan (Fig 2 ).
    CAUTION: Avoid bending the condenser inlet tube. Care should be taken not to damage radiator or condenser cooling fins or water tubes during removal.
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  • • 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.