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![]() I just completed this yesterday on my '95 SL2. It should be mentioned that once the bolts holding the radiator to the AC condensor are removed, the condensor has a tendency to obey gravity. If you've removed the splash guard under the front of the engine bay, this means the next stop for your condensor is the ground.
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![]() I just did this today to my '98 SL1 Automatic. I had the cracked and bulging radiator that I've learned is typical.
My most ambitious car repair to date was re-attaching a driver's side mirror and I had a real hard time with this. After I finished, I ran the car for 5 to 10 minutes in my driveway. I'm not convinced that the lower cooling hose warmed up at all, although the temp gauge never got past the 1/4 mark. Is there a chance there is an air pocket or something preventing coolant flow (as described here)? Also, I'm worried about the transmission cooling lines. They came off without a problem, but I'm afraid that I attached them them backwards. Is this possible? Is it likely? The line that is slightly higher is currently attached to the top of intake of the radiator. Finally, I used the Haynes manual instructions but I also saw this: http://www.autozone.com/az/cds/en_us...rInfoPages.htm Which says to angle the top transmission cooling line at a 30 degree angle. I did not do this. Should I? This forum has been a tremendous help. Hopefully I'll be able to contribute a kernel of knowledge eventually. Thanks
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![]() Hello. Not only am I completely new here, I'm completely new to the world of vehicle repair. I am, however, poor and clever, and figured that I could probably manage this myself based on what I had read here and other places and what I had heard.
I was completely wrong; These instructions may be excellent, but they are entirely inadequate to a complete noob like myself. ![]() Quote:
I grew up in a household with no vehicle whatsoever, my most ambitious car business to date has been replacing light bulbs in my 2003 Ford Windstar. The car I'm trying to work with now is a 1997 Saturn SL1 with an automatic transmission. It does not hold coolant AT ALL-- I thought at first that it was the reservoir, which I managed to replace on my own last week. That wasn't the problem, water still went *straight down* to the ground when it was filled. In my research, I came to believe it might be the radiator (and that the radiator likely needed to be replaced even if that wasn't the source of the problem) but right now I'm stuck on the replacement as well as the issue. Please help if you can, and remember-- I AM CLUELESS. Beyond the most basic of tools (e.g. "a socket wrench, 10mm") it is safe to assume that I have no idea what you're talking about. I'll remember for next time, but right now I know *nothing*. ![]()
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![]() I would start with Richpin's video(s).
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4nUyGjeLpVs
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I have had the classic driver's side leak on my radiator for some time. The leak is slow and I have had the new radiator around for awhile but have not gotten around to the job. I was preparing to do the radiator replacement but my Upper Transmission Cooler line coming from the radiator is extremely corroded. The lower line looks good however, and I am aware of the quick disconnects on the transmission side. Also to remove the cooling lines from the radiator do you use a 13mm flare nut wrench for both the upper and lower transmission cooler lines?! Previously I have not had trouble finding parts on the internet but I cannot find an upper transmission cooler line anywhere. Does anyone know if these can be bought at an auto parts store (NAPA, Autozone etc.)?!
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The two transmission cooler lines are very very similar. The compression fittings at the radiator end are the same, one hose is slightly longer than the other, the quick disconnect fittings are almost the same - one is a little bit shorter than the other. I'd guess that we'd be okay using two lower transmission cooler lines (or two upper transmission cooler lines). If we are really adamant about using an upper transmission cooler line, we could buy a new lower transmission cooler line and transfer over the quick disconnect fitting from the older upper transmission cooler line. To remove the quick disconnect fitting from either hose carefully score the clamp that secures it to the hose enough so that it is thin and weak and can be pried off with a screwdriver. To attach the quick disconnect fitting we can shove it in and use a band clamp - just don't over-tighten it. ... As of Feb 2018 ∙ 2004 VUE 122K ∙ 2007 ION3 110K ... Past ∙ 1993 SL2 212K ∙ 1993 SC2 140K ∙ 1996 SC2 157K ∙ 1996 SC2 126K ∙ 2001 SC2, 145K ∙ 2002 L200 20K ∙ 2002 SL1 129K ...
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![]() Andrew Kersey, radiators with integrated xmission oil coolers are basically two radiators, a radiator within a radiator - the xmission radiator is completely separate from the coolant circulating inside the main radiator. It's just a metal tube running inside the side tank where xmission oil simply flows in one fitting and out the other, never mixing with coolant. Coolant will never leak into the xmission radiator and gush out the capped fittings. The plastic caps are dust plugs to prevent anything from falling into the openings if they weren't capped. Since the majority of vehicles are automatic, the radiator manufacturers may have eliminated the line making radiators without xmission oil cooling. This is fine as you can use this radiator as is and not be concerned about the unused fittings. Leave the plugs in and install the radiator, fill up with antifreeze, idle or drive the car around the block and recheck coolant level.
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![]() A lot of the radiators, especially aftermarket replacements these days have the provisions for auto as well. You will be fine not using them. It won't matter much if you have plugs or not.
If you want a complete bolt on replacement made for manual transmission only, we make a full aluminum radiator which are available for order on our website. These are a much better, and superior solution for those aftermarket radiators with those pesky plastic end tanks. https://amrengineering.com/product/1...r-oem-fitment/ ... AMR Engineering Andy R. E-mail: info@amrengineering.com Facebook LIKE US! www.facebook.com/amrengineering www.amrengineering.com Phone: 1-888-826-6906
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