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2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, Standard

Section 501 (Engine Cooling System): Radiator: Installation

2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION Installation
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  1. INSTALL UPPER AND LOWER RADIATOR SUPPORTS TO RADIATOR 
  2. INSTALL RADIATOR 
  3. CONNECT LOWER RADIATOR HOSE 
  4. A/T: CONNECT 2 HOSES 

    Connect the 2 oil cooler hoses to the radiator.

  5. INSTALL NO. 1 AND NO. 2 COOLING FANS (See  ELECTRIC COOLING FANS  ) 
  6. INSTALL RADIATOR RESERVOIR 
  7. INSTALL RH ENGINE UNDER COVER 
  8. INSTALL UPPER RADIATOR SUPPORT 

    Install the radiator upper support with the 5 bolts.

    Fig 1: Installing Upper Radiator Support
    G02925724Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  9. CONNECT UPPER RADIATOR HOSE 
  10. CONNECT HOOD LOCK 
    1. Install the hood lock with the 3 bolts.
    2. Install the wire from the clamps.
      Fig 2: Installing Hood Lock
      G02925725Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  11. INSTALL FRONT END PANEL 

    Install the front end panel with the 4 screws.

    Fig 3: Installing Front End Panel
    G02925726Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  12. INSTALL RADIATOR GRILLE 

    Install the radiator grille with the 4 screws and 2 clips.

    13. Fig 4: Installing Radiator Grille
    G02925727Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  13. FILL WITH ENGINE COOLANT 
  14. START ENGINE AND CHECK FOR COOLANT LEAKS 
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