Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2021 Dodge and Ram ProMaster 2500FACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Radiator, Engine Cooling: Removal
- Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable.
- Drain the cooling system. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .
- Remove the pressurized coolant bottle. Refer to BOTTLE, PRESSURIZED COOLANT, REMOVAL .
- Remove the front bumper center grill (2).
- Remove the center grill support frame (1).
- If equipped, remove the power steering cooler (1) fasteners and position aside.
- Remove the radiator crossmember support. Refer to CROSSMEMBER, RADIATOR, REMOVAL
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- Remove the air shutter (1).
- Remove the cooling fans. Refer to FAN, COOLING, REMOVAL .
- Separate the condenser from the radiator.
- Remove the bolt (2) and the radiator mounts (1).
- If equipped, release the tabs that secure the transmission cooler, and separate the cooler from the radiator.
- Lift up and remove the radiator (3) the vehicle.
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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.