Removing
1. Disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
If the stereo system installed in the car is equipped with a security code, before disconnecting the battery, make sure that you have the correct combination to activate the audio system!
2. Empty the cooling system.
To avoid burns, proceed with the above work only after the system has completely cooled down! Do not allow antifreeze to come into contact with exposed areas of the body and painted surfaces of the car. Accidental splashes should be washed off immediately with plenty of water. Remember that antifreeze is a highly toxic liquid and getting it into the body, even in small quantities, is fraught with the most serious consequences (up to death). Never leave antifreeze stored in a loosely sealed container and clean up spilled coolant on the floor without delay. Remember that the sweet smell of antifreeze can attract the attention of children and animals. Consult any car service station about ways to dispose of used coolant. In many regions of the world, special points have been set up to receive various types of detention. Never drain old coolant down the drain and onto the ground!
3. Disconnect the overflow tube (on some models, you will also have to remove the expansion tank).
4. Disconnect the upper and lower radiator hoses.
5. Disconnect the electrical wiring from the cooling and air conditioning fans.
6. On Mirage and Diamante models, remove the fan assembly.
7. Disconnect the electrical wiring from the thermal sensor.
8. On models with AT, disconnect the ATF cooling lines, - plug the open ends of the pipes and fittings immediately.
9. Remove the top supports and remove the heatsink/heatsink complete with fan assembly.
Installation
1. Replace the heatsink/heatsink complete with fan assembly.
2. Connect ATF cooling lines.
3. Connect the electrical wiring to the thermal sensor.
4. If removed, replace the fan assembly.
5. Connect radiator hoses.
6. If removed, reinstall the air cleaner support bracket.
7. Install the expansion tank of the cooling system and connect the overflow hose.
8. Fill the cooling system (see chapter Settings and ongoing maintenance).
9. Connect the negative cable to the battery. Start the engine and warm it up to normal operating temperature, then correct the coolant level in the radiator, on models with AT, check the ATF level.
10. Wait for the engine to cool completely, then check the coolant level again. Make appropriate adjustments if necessary.