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2006 Isuzu Ascender S, 5.3 M, 4WD

Radiator Replacement

2006 Isuzu Ascender S, 5.3 M, 4WDSECTION Radiator Replacement
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Pontiac Torrent and 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Fig 1: Identifying Radiator
GM1796644Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Callout Component Name

Preliminary Procedure

  1. Drain the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling (LNJ Static Fill)  or Cooling System Draining and Filling (LNJ GE 47716 Fill)  or Cooling System Draining and Filling (LY7 Static Fill)  or Cooling System Draining and Filling (LY7 GE 47716 Fill) .
  2. Raise and suitably support the vehicle as necessary. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  3. Remove front fascia support. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Support Replacement
  4. Remove the front bumper impact bar. Refer to Front Bumper Impact Bar Replacement
  5. Remove radiator closeout panel.
  6. Disconnect the compressor hose/pipe from clip at bottom of fan shroud
  7. Remove mounting bolts from condenser using care with the upper left bolt to clear the compressor hose/pipe, reposition and support the condenser.
  8. Remove radiator hose inlet. Refer to Radiator Inlet Hose Replacement (LNJ Chevrolet)  or Radiator Inlet Hose Replacement (LNJ Pontiac)  or Radiator Inlet Hose Replacement (LY7) 
  9. Remove radiator hose outlet. Refer to Radiator Outlet Hose Replacement (LNJ)  or Radiator Outlet Hose Replacement (LY7) 
  10. Disconnect transmission oil cooler lines from attaching clips on radiator.
  11. Remove fan shroud bolts (Qty: 2) and reposition.
1 Radiator Support Bolts (Qty: 2)
2 Radiator Support Clips (Qty: 2)
3 Radiator
RENDER: 1.0x

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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.