Best video I've seen for changing out the radiator. Probably one of the best instructional videos I've seen about anything on RUclips really. No B.S, , no clowning around, straightforward paint by numbers approach so dummies like me can do the job without injury to the car or myself.
Just finished replacing on my 2005 T&C Touring 3.8. It was as easy as the video shows. For those who don't have a small rubber hose (like me) to drain the radiator...I just used the one coming off the bottom of my battery (if you have one). I unplugged it from the battery, plugged into the drain lip on the radiator and ran the tube straight into my drain pan. When finished draining, I just put it back....worked great! Thanks again for posting this video!
Make sure that you get the same radiator as replacement before you start. Mine had a metal nose on top and I had to get my husband to cut it off with a angle grinder.
Can I email or text you to ask you some questions about changing out the radiator? I want to get info from someone other than a mechanic who has successfully done this, before I start taking my van apart.
Thanks very much for the video. Was able to replace my 2006 Town & Country radiator in 2.5 hours with no experience. Got my replacement radiator through Amazon for $100 delivered to my door.
@@jdwyer4851 this is my second radiator the first one that got from about five years probably $80 so actually I lost money I bought last one $125 AutoZone lifetime warranty 😁
@@46lfries You're only making me feel worse....now I realize I am on borrowed time! On Wednesday I'm getting my nails done, so on the way back is when my radiator will burst open.
OMG! I was trying to get the radiator fan out of my 2001 T & C and couldn't get the clip off or get the fan assembly out. You showed how to take off that *@*# connector. THANK YOU! Also. Seeing how that bracket across the top of the radiator assembly comes off with only 4 screws saved me hours of frustration. It took me about 3 minutes to take it off and really open up the workspace. You rock!
Great Instructions - got the job done in 90 minutes with the radiator I ordered off of Amazon. Had an extra pair of hands when lifting out the radiator - was helpful when dealing with the rubber baffles on the side.
dude this is great. bout to buy me a new radiator and feel like its very possible for me to do by myself. this is a great video and it will help me. thanks for the post!
Thanks for the info. I found the hard part was lifting the condenser up to "unhook" it from the radiator. The plastic air dams that clip to the sides of the radiator between it and the condenser can interfere with the refrigerant tubes and prevent the condenser from moving enough to release. When re-installing, I removed the entire front "fascia", which made things MUCH easier. The fascia comes off easily as an assembly with the grille insert and underside plastic fairing. The headlights must be removed for access to a nut holding the fascia to the body. Must also remove a vertical screw that access from the front of the wheelwell
Great video! I just replaced my radiator in the van watching this! The only thing I had go wrong was the mounting piece where you put your fan back in was molded wrong and it broke off...I am sure it is ok but you never know but at least I got it out and in without having to pay for labor which was nice! Thank you!
I have a video on RUclips very similar to this one, except my 2005 T&C van has a single fan unit with two fans and it's a 3.8L, Touring. The new radiator came with a bracket for the two fans (similar to what's in this video) which needed to be removed for my situation.
Very good detailed video. Just wondering why you had the green antifreeze instead of the recommended orange. I'm about to replace mine today. And for those who may not know, for a faster drain, disconnect the lower radiator hose at that water pipe and use the big oil pan to catch the antifreeze. When putting on back the clamps, do Not re-use those old clamps, buy the new screw adjustable ones. Also, make sure your radiator matches the new. I've noticed that the top frame of radiator is a removable brace. It accommodates two types of fitness. One takes the two guide pins sticking up, and others don't.
Exactly, I ordered my Radiator, For the Correct Van, year and month produced and they sent me the one with the PINS on the top of the Radiator, My Mounting Bushings and Original Radiator Did NOT have the Pins. I guess I'll have to take the bushings off and rework them and maybe drill a hole in it for the pins as the Auto Store is 80 miles away and I need the Van By Tomorrow. UGH. Plus, the Auto Store doesn't carry the Radiator without the pins so I gotta make it work somehow. UGH.
Thank you very much for making this video!! The garage wants over $150 to change it and I don't have that kind of money. The "Channel Subscribe" at the top made me dizzy tho. LOL Have a fabulous day!! :)
Thomas, I am a retired auto tech. I wanted to share with you a tool that is made for removal and reinstallation of the tension type clamps. It is made by Mayhew Tools, and I bought mine from a Matco tool truck that comes to the dealership. You may be able to get it direct. It is made in France, and high quality. It is a plier with a cable that has a neat clamping device on the end that the ends of the tension clamp fit into. The plier part has a lock to enable you to have your hands free to remove the hose. It was $100, but it was worth it, because most newer cars have those clamps.
Very good step-by-step tutorial. Question: I noticed there were no transmission fluid lines removed from radiator, is that you missed showing that part Or, is it those fluid cooling lines no longer connect to radiator as before? Hope you can reply.
Tried replacing radiatior in my 2006 Town & Country today and got stuck at separating the condensor from the radiator in order to get the radiator out. I didn't see any other nuts to remove. I had to put things back together before I ran out of time. I did find that the leak was at the top near the driver's side headlight. Anything you can suggest that I might be missing would be appreciated. Learned a few things that will help when I try again on Sunday. Unlocking the clips on the fan connectors for one. Thanks :D.
My mechanic told me to replace the entire radiator when the header tank or overflow tank failed. He implied the radiator and the header tank were integrated as one unit. Your video clearly shows the header tank is separate, and simply connected to the radiator with a hose. Is that correct?
When you take the fans out hose clamp on lower hose easy to slide back I have a fan blowing on the radiator for 30 minutes I slid the lower hose off the fastest way to drain it when you fill it back up run engine put your finger down in the hole when it gets real hot turn the engine off top it off put the cap on
What brand name is the radiator?? Should I buy a Denso or perhaps Spectra or Replacement brand? Please I need a suggestion it looks like you know what you doing obviously, I have a 2005 Chrysler town country 3.8 Touting, also did you change the Transmission oil cooling radiator also??
Kevin Young No specific videos for flushing, if you take off a heater hose and somehow hook up a garden hose to it that can work. Maybe flush it for 10-15 minutes that way, I also run the vehicle for a while while flushing to help circulate old fluid out, make sure that more fluid isn't coming out than water going in, keep eye on temp gauge, but 10-15 minutes of that will certainly help, have rear heat set on hot while doing this. May be messy!
Thanks somuch, very informative . I have a problem tho still. After I replaced the radiator I filled it up with 50/50 and before I could get back in vehicle, antifreeze poured all over the ground. Is there a plug or something that I maybe didn’t close? Or can you think of what it could be? I appreciate it and very mush appreciate your cideos
Thank you, I have to replace mine and was wondering. should I replace or would it be ok to just solder the pin hole? thanks for any info in advance. love the channel and all the help.... Also did you do a vid of you replacing the condenser? mine is wet or oil is leaking out as well. Is this an easy fix? thanks again..
thomas reddick I would replace it, well if you can determine if the condenser is leaking as well for sure, then just replace both at the same time, you are already taking it apart for the radiator. Easy, well kind of a pain with the transmission lines as I recall.
Please tell me you sell those customized plyers that was genius. I had to pause the video to see how you did it so i could duplicate but that's to much work. I rather buy from you.
Thx. This kind of video are a godsend to us backyard mech.s I did notice that you said u might replace the hose clamps with screw type. Apparenttly the screw type are not good for plastic parts as they create pressure points and will colapse the fitting in the long run. Not that I know this for a fact just saw Pat Goss talk about it. www.motorweek.org/features/goss_garage/engine_cooling_basics
At 6:30 mark I think you can see the transmission cooler lines down at the bottom, they do not seem to go to the radiator, maybe it has/had a separate cooler somewhere else.
Annette Ramirez You should be able to see/or find a hose connected to the overflow bottle, black rubber hose, and there should be a small fitting on the side where the radiator cap is and push the hose on it, there is usually not a clamp there.
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Best video I've seen for changing out the radiator. Probably one of the best instructional videos I've seen about anything on RUclips really. No B.S, , no clowning around, straightforward paint by numbers approach so dummies like me can do the job without injury to the car or myself.
Just finished replacing on my 2005 T&C Touring 3.8. It was as easy as the video shows. For those who don't have a small rubber hose (like me) to drain the radiator...I just used the one coming off the bottom of my battery (if you have one). I unplugged it from the battery, plugged into the drain lip on the radiator and ran the tube straight into my drain pan. When finished draining, I just put it back....worked great! Thanks again for posting this video!
Make sure that you get the same radiator as replacement before you start. Mine had a metal nose on top and I had to get my husband to cut it off with a angle grinder.
Great walk through. I got the new radiator, watched your video and my son and I changed it out in about 30 min.
Thank you for putting this together!
Can I email or text you to ask you some questions about changing out the radiator? I want to get info from someone other than a mechanic who has successfully done this, before I start taking my van apart.
I hope my son and I can do the same
@@katherinecorbett7580 you can if i was able to do it!
Having the right tools always make the job easier and avoid breakage
Thanks very much for the video. Was able to replace my 2006 Town & Country radiator in 2.5 hours with no experience. Got my replacement radiator through Amazon for $100 delivered to my door.
j dwyer great to hear, glad I was able to help. We have a 2005 T & C and I also got a radiator from Amazon last year, so far so good.
I bought mine through AutoZone $125 take note lifetime this is my second so actually lost cash first one I got Amazon
@@46lfries oh no! it's been 6 years since i did this repair. Watch it break tomorrow.....I will so blame you! LOL
@@jdwyer4851 this is my second radiator the first one that got from about five years probably $80 so actually I lost money I bought last one $125 AutoZone lifetime warranty 😁
@@46lfries You're only making me feel worse....now I realize I am on borrowed time! On Wednesday I'm getting my nails done, so on the way back is when my radiator will burst open.
OMG! I was trying to get the radiator fan out of my 2001 T & C and couldn't get the clip off or get the fan assembly out. You showed how to take off that *@*# connector. THANK YOU! Also. Seeing how that bracket across the top of the radiator assembly comes off with only 4 screws saved me hours of frustration. It took me about 3 minutes to take it off and really open up the workspace. You rock!
+Steve Jaecques Just did mine and agree. This video is worth it just for how to unlock those fan plug clips!
I'd recommend changing hoses while you're there, everything will be new, less likely for future leaks from hoses
Great Instructions - got the job done in 90 minutes with the radiator I ordered off of Amazon. Had an extra pair of hands when lifting out the radiator - was helpful when dealing with the rubber baffles on the side.
dude this is great. bout to buy me a new radiator and feel like its very possible for me to do by myself. this is a great video and it will help me. thanks for the post!
Thanks for the info. I found the hard part was lifting the condenser up to "unhook" it from the radiator. The plastic air dams that clip to the sides of the radiator between it and the condenser can interfere with the refrigerant tubes and prevent the condenser from moving enough to release. When re-installing, I removed the entire front "fascia", which made things MUCH easier. The fascia comes off easily as an assembly with the grille insert and underside plastic fairing. The headlights must be removed for access to a nut holding the fascia to the body. Must also remove a vertical screw that access from the front of the wheelwell
Best video I watched and most helpful. Just finished and it took just over 1 hour. Thank you
Thank you so much for making this video. I watched it before changing the radiator and it made the process so much simpler.
Thanks for the tips. Just replaced my radiator this morning in my 06 Town and Country. Took less than 1 1/2 hours. Thanks again.
You must be King Kong 😁 I'm getting old I'm not quite that FAST 😛
This is great. Will save me a bunch of time and hassle. TYVM 😁
Great video! I just replaced my radiator in the van watching this! The only thing I had go wrong was the mounting piece where you put your fan back in was molded wrong and it broke off...I am sure it is ok but you never know but at least I got it out and in without having to pay for labor which was nice! Thank you!
awesome video! I've watched a lot of auto instructional videos, by far the easiest one to follow! Thank you
Great video, I like the modification you did on the pliers . very helpful, thank you
I have a video on RUclips very similar to this one, except my 2005 T&C van has a single fan unit with two fans and it's a 3.8L, Touring. The new radiator came with a bracket for the two fans (similar to what's in this video) which needed to be removed for my situation.
Very good detailed video. Just wondering why you had the green antifreeze instead of the recommended orange. I'm about to replace mine today. And for those who may not know, for a faster drain, disconnect the lower radiator hose at that water pipe and use the big oil pan to catch the antifreeze. When putting on back the clamps, do Not re-use those old clamps, buy the new screw adjustable ones. Also, make sure your radiator matches the new. I've noticed that the top frame of radiator is a removable brace. It accommodates two types of fitness. One takes the two guide pins sticking up, and others don't.
Exactly, I ordered my Radiator, For the Correct Van, year and month produced and they sent me the one with the PINS on the top of the Radiator, My Mounting Bushings and Original Radiator Did NOT have the Pins. I guess I'll have to take the bushings off and rework them and maybe drill a hole in it for the pins as the Auto Store is 80 miles away and I need the Van By Tomorrow. UGH. Plus, the Auto Store doesn't carry the Radiator without the pins so I gotta make it work somehow. UGH.
Great job a definite time saver,thank you very much
Thank you, great walk through, very simple and to the point!
Ok I need some information on how to replace the radiator support assembly on a 2010 dodge grand caravan sxt
Thank you very much for making this video!! The garage wants over $150 to change it and I don't have that kind of money. The "Channel Subscribe" at the top made me dizzy tho. LOL Have a fabulous day!! :)
Do you recommend doing the thermostat as well?
Excellent video, very helpful. Good for (my son's) 2001 Voyager with same engine.
From UK.
Btw, Go The Donald! :o)
Thomas, I am a retired auto tech. I wanted to share with you a tool that is made for removal and reinstallation of the tension type clamps. It is made by Mayhew Tools, and I bought mine from a Matco tool truck that comes to the dealership. You may be able to get it direct. It is made in France, and high quality. It is a plier with a cable that has a neat clamping device on the end that the ends of the tension clamp fit into. The plier part has a lock to enable you to have your hands free to remove the hose. It was $100, but it was worth it, because most newer cars have those clamps.
John Volstad Thanks, yes I have that tool available, admit I do not use it enough.
Very good step-by-step tutorial. Question: I noticed there were no transmission fluid lines removed from radiator, is that you missed showing that part Or, is it those fluid cooling lines no longer connect to radiator as before? Hope you can reply.
Awesome.. also..i got to change my condenser too..? Do you also have a video too? Thank You... Anyone/Anybody Answers Videos Appreciated...
What about getting the A/C condenser off of the radiator? How do I do that?
Tried replacing radiatior in my 2006 Town & Country today and got stuck at separating the condensor from the radiator in order to get the radiator out. I didn't see any other nuts to remove. I had to put things back together before I ran out of time. I did find that the leak was at the top near the driver's side headlight. Anything you can suggest that I might be missing would be appreciated. Learned a few things that will help when I try again on Sunday. Unlocking the clips on the fan connectors for one. Thanks :D.
probably too late, but see the comment I posted today
thanks
Pete LoGiudice in my 2002 I had 2 10mm bolts at the top corners...behind the grill
jerry arnold actually it is helpful. I have not had time to get back to the project. Was going to try again this weekend
good luck...
My mechanic told me to replace the entire radiator when the header tank or overflow tank failed. He implied the radiator and the header tank were integrated as one unit. Your video clearly shows the header tank is separate, and simply connected to the radiator with a hose. Is that correct?
When you take the fans out hose clamp on lower hose easy to slide back I have a fan blowing on the radiator for 30 minutes I slid the lower hose off the fastest way to drain it when you fill it back up run engine put your finger down in the hole when it gets real hot turn the engine off top it off put the cap on
What brand name is the radiator?? Should I buy a Denso or perhaps Spectra or Replacement brand? Please I need a suggestion it looks like you know what you doing obviously, I have a 2005 Chrysler town country 3.8 Touting, also did you change the Transmission oil cooling radiator also??
Can you tell me exactly what i need in parts for this job? Want to do this for a family member's van, the dealer quoted 800
Do you have a video for flushing the coolant system including the rear heat?
Kevin Young No specific videos for flushing, if you take off a heater hose and somehow hook up a garden hose to it that can work. Maybe flush it for 10-15 minutes that way, I also run the vehicle for a while while flushing to help circulate old fluid out, make sure that more fluid isn't coming out than water going in, keep eye on temp gauge, but 10-15 minutes of that will certainly help, have rear heat set on hot while doing this. May be messy!
Did you use air tools? What air tools and type/size air compressor did you use bud?
Radiator where did u get that at
Thanks somuch, very informative . I have a problem tho still. After I replaced the radiator I filled it up with 50/50 and before I could get back in vehicle, antifreeze poured all over the ground. Is there a plug or something that I maybe didn’t close? Or can you think of what it could be? I appreciate it and very mush appreciate your cideos
Did you close the petcock?
Thank you, I have to replace mine and was wondering. should I replace or would it be ok to just solder the pin hole? thanks for any info in advance. love the channel and all the help.... Also did you do a vid of you replacing the condenser? mine is wet or oil is leaking out as well. Is this an easy fix? thanks again..
thomas reddick I would replace it, well if you can determine if the condenser is leaking as well for sure, then just replace both at the same time, you are already taking it apart for the radiator. Easy, well kind of a pain with the transmission lines as I recall.
Hmmm, you didn't record that fix. probably just go ahead and replace the radiator now and the condenser this coming summer.. thanks again..
Please tell me you sell those customized plyers that was genius. I had to pause the video to see how you did it so i could duplicate but that's to much work. I rather buy from you.
where can I buy that Radiator at? do u have a part number?
Thx. This kind of video are a godsend to us backyard mech.s I did notice that you said u might replace the hose clamps with screw type. Apparenttly the screw type are not good for plastic parts as they create pressure points and will colapse the fitting in the long run. Not that I know this for a fact just saw Pat Goss talk about it.
www.motorweek.org/features/goss_garage/engine_cooling_basics
no transmission cooling lines?
At 6:30 mark I think you can see the transmission cooler lines down at the bottom, they do not seem to go to the radiator, maybe it has/had a separate cooler somewhere else.
Fixing cars and stuff Great, this will make it easy. Thanks
Thank you. Good tutorial
Did anyone have an issue with the radiator sitting lower than the original?
Am i supposed to put water in the radiator
Good Video
i have a 2002 town and country but the over flow reservior is not connected. how do i connect it?
Annette Ramirez You should be able to see/or find a hose connected to the overflow bottle, black rubber hose, and there should be a small fitting on the side where the radiator cap is and push the hose on it, there is usually not a clamp there.
Thank you, i will check
Thank you
BE WARE put the spring clamps back on if you put screw clamps on And over tighten them you can break the radiator connection
this might just save me 300$ at the mechanic
Could you link to the tools for the clamps? Affiliate link dude. Make some ca$h!!! Thanks for the video.
Mines leaking in the same spot
Through the metal holes on the right side of radiator
Can't hear you
Thank you