OEM 2005 Cadillac CTS Radiator

2005 Cadillac CTS Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to replace the radiator (LP1, LY7) on 2005 Cadillac CTS?

  A: Starting with Radiator (LP1, LY7) replacement requires draining coolant before uninstalling the Radiator support brackets with their cooling fans. Rise the vehicle after you detach the two upper bolts that mount the condenser. The j 38185 hose clamp pliers should be used to disconnect the lower Radiator Hose from the Radiator. Disconnect the lower transaxle oil cooler line from the Radiator by using j 44827 transmission cooler quick disconnect while avoiding any damage to the Radiator and transmission. Next remove the front air deflector. The Radiator procedure begins by removing lower condenser mounting bolts along with push pins from Radiator side seals before finally separating side seals from the Radiator. The operator may then lower the vehicle to remove the Radiator. Install the new Radiator by placing it into the insulator frame and tighten the upper condenser mounting bolts to 6.5 nm (58 inch lbs. Raising the vehicle a second time enables easy installation of lower condenser mounting bolts before tightening them to match original specifications. Verify the lower transaxle oil cooler lines seating position within the Radiator after pushing them into place. Proceed with attaching the lower Radiator Hose to the Radiator by sliding the clamp into position using j 38185. The side seal pushpin must be fitted into the Radiator and then all seals must be checked for proper placement followed by vehicle lowering and finally completion with cooling fans and Radiator supports before coolant addition.