Section 121 (Radiator): Radiator: Disassembly

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REMOVE NO.1 ECT SWITCH
1. Remove the No. 1 ECT switch.
2. Remove the O-ring.
REMOVE DRAIN PLUG
1. Remove the drain plug.
2. Remove the O-ring.
Fig 1: Removing Drain Plug
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ASSEMBLE SST
1. SST 09230-01010
1. Install the claw to the overhaul handle, inserting it in the hole in part "A" as shown in the diagram.
  
  Fig 2: Assembling SST
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2. While gripping the handle, adjust the stopper bolt so that dimension "B" shown in the diagram is 0.2 - 0.3 mm (0.008-0.012 in.).
NOTE: If this adjustment is not done the claw may be damaged.
UNCAULK LOCK PLATES
Using SST to release the caulking, squeeze the handle until stopped by the stopper bolt.
1. SST 09230-01010
Fig 3: Uncaulking Lock Plates
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REMOVE TANKS AND O-RINGS
Lightly tap the bracket of the radiator (or radiator inlet or outlet) with a soft-faced hammer, and remove the tank and the O-ring.

Fig 4: Taping Bracket Of Radiator With Soft-Faced Hammer, And Removing Tank And O-Ring
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REMOVE OIL COOLER FROM LOWER TANK
1. Loosen the nut, and remove the cooler pipe. Remove the 2 cooler pipes.
2. Remove the 2 nuts and plate washers.
3. Remove the oil cooler and 2 O-rings.
  
  Fig 5: Removing Oil Cooler From Lower Tank
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