OEM 2006 Buick Rainier Radiator

2006 Buick Rainier Radiator Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to replace the radiator (LL8) on 2006 Buick Rainier?

  A: Draining coolant from the Radiator and recovering refrigerant is the first step for replacing the Radiator (LL8). A technician should raise the vehicle then remove the lower Radiator support shield that may be present. After you use hose clamp pliers (J 38185) to adjust the outlet Radiator Hose clamp you should remove both the outlet Radiator Hose from the Radiator and then disconnect the transmission cooler lines. The first step includes lowering the vehicle and then eliminating the cooling fan and shroud alongside removing the Radiator support diagonal brace. The next step involves removing both the coolant recovery line as well as disconnecting the shroud side panels from the Radiator. Finally lift out the Radiator while uninstalling bolts that fasten the condenser to the Radiator. First install the condenser onto the Radiator and tighten the bolts to 28 nm (21 ft. Lbs.). After administering the Radiator followed by the installation of cooling fan and shroud. The outlet Radiator Hose receives installation onto the Radiator by raising the vehicle for hose clamp pliers (J 38185) operation to reposition the clamp before connecting the transmission cooler lines. Begin by installing the lower Radiator support shield then lower the vehicle while installing the coolant recovery hose to the Radiator before you can start with the Radiator support diagonal brace and fill the cooling system.