2021 Dodge and Ram ProMaster 2500FACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Radiator, Engine Cooling: Installation

NOTE:

Be sure the air seal is in position before radiator is installed.  Slide radiator down into position. Seat the radiator with the rubber isolators into the mounting holes provided, with a 10 lbs. force.

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  1. Position the radiator (3) into the lower supports.
  2. If equipped, engage the tabs that secure the transmission cooler to the radiator.
  3. Install the upper radiator mounts (1). Tighten the bolts (2) to the proper torque specification. Refer to TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS .
  4. If equipped, position the air conditioning condenser onto the radiator lower mounts and engage the upper mounting tabs.
  5. Install the cooling fans. Refer to FAN, COOLING, INSTALLATION .
  6. Install the lower radiator hose.
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  7. Install the air deflector (1) and tighten the bolts (2) to 5 N. m (44 in. lbs.).
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  8. If removed, install the power steering cooler (1) and securely tighten the fasteners.
  9. Install the radiator upper crossmember support. Refer to CROSSMEMBER, RADIATOR, INSTALLATION .
  10. Install the pressurized coolant bottle. Refer to BOTTLE, PRESSURIZED COOLANT, INSTALLATION .
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  11. Install the front bumper center grill support frame (1) and tighten the bolts to 8 N. m (71 in. lbs.).
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  12. Install the front bumper center grill (2) and tighten the bolts (1) to 8 N. m (71 in. lbs.).
  13. Fill the cooling system. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .
  14. Connect the negative battery cable.
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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.