Installation Procedure

2006 Pontiac G6 GTP, 2D Coupe, StandardSECTION Installation Procedure
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    Fig 1: View Of Radiator & Cooling Fan Shroud Assembly
    GM1202420Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  1. Install the radiator to the vehicle.
  2. Fig 2: View Of Pushing Upward On Radiator & Downward On Condenser
    GM1201922Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  3. Push upward on the radiator and downward on the condenser to snap the condenser mounting tabs into the radiator clips.
  4. CAUTION:

    Refer to Fastener Caution .

  5. Install new condenser mounting nut to the radiator and tighten to 6 N.m (53 lb in).
  6. Fig 3: View Of Radiator Lower Mounts
    GM1203511Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  7. Install new condenser mounting bolts and tighten to 6 N.m (53 lb in).
  8. Install the cooling fan and shroud assembly. Refer to Cooling Fan and Shroud ReplacementΒ .
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  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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