Section 24 (Engine Cooling System (H4DO)): Radiator: Installation

2014 Subaru Legacy 2.5i, Automatic CVT TransSECTION Installation
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  1. Attach the radiator lower cushion to the radiator lower bracket.
    Fig 1: Locating Radiator Lower Cushion To Radiator Lower Bracket
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  2. Install the radiator to vehicle.
    NOTE: Make pins on the lower side of radiator be fitted into the radiator lower cushions.
  3. Remove the ropes or other means used to secure the condenser to the vehicle.
    Fig 2: Securing Condenser To Vehicle Using Ropes
    G09476465Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  4. Install the bolts at the top of the condenser.

    Tightening torque: 

    7.5 N.m (0.8 kgf-m, 5.5 ft-lb) 

    Fig 3: Locating Bolts At Top Of Condenser
    G09476464Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  5. Install the radiator upper brackets.

    Tightening torque: 

    12 N.m (1.2 kgf-m, 8.9 ft-lb) 

    Fig 4: Locating Radiator Upper Brackets Bolts
    G09476463Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  6. Connect the radiator inlet hose to the water pipe assembly.
    Fig 5: Locating Clip Of Radiator Inlet Hose To Water Pipe Assembly
    G09476462Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  7. Connect the connector (A) to the main fan motor and the connector (B) to the sub fan motor.
    Fig 6: Identifying Connector To Main Fan Motor
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