05 Hyundai Sonata 2.7L Radiator Replacement

In this video I'll take you along as I replace a radiator on an 05 Hyundai Sonata 2.7L. The job is pretty simple. I'll show you where all the bolts are located and how to get the old radiator out and install the new one.

Note: Torque specifications are not provided in this video. All fasteners have torque specifications and should be torqued down to specification when installing them with a torque wrench. Reference your repair manual for specifications.

There where many things done "off camera" in this video. Just know, if a bolt comes out it must go back. Replace everything you take off of your vehicle in the same way it was on the vehicle before you took them off. (Hopefully things were correctly installed before you got the the job).

At the 1:45 Mark I mention taking the shield off. While the job can be done without removing it, it would be my suggestion to remove it. It would be very difficult to get to the pepcock without damaging the shield. Also It helps to prevent coolant from splashing all over when draining.

At the 4:25 mark I show the hose clamp off pliers I used to clamp off the transmission cooler lines but did not show the application of them. The use of these pliers are self explanatory, but I'm sure you could find a video on youtube showing how to use them if you need. The application of these pliers helps to keep fluid from constantly leaking from the lines while replacing the radiator. (helps to keep things clean). BE SURE TO REMOVE THEM AFTER THE REPAIR IF YOU APPLIED THEM.

Always check for leaks after the repair including transmission fluid leaks and coolant leaks. Check before and after the vehicle is allowed to run.

***I also noticed that I was a bit of a bad example in this video. I had tools lying on top of my battery. Even though I had a rag there keeping the tools from the posts it's still not good. It's never a good idea to leave tools on top of the battery as the positive and negative post can be shorted out through the tools. This can not only scare the mess out of you but it could also cause a fire. DON'T LEAVE YOUR TOOLS ON TOP OF THE BATTERY.

Here is a link to a video showing how to fill and bleed the system:
https://youtu.be/93aWiO01g0o

Here is another link to a video showing how to vacuum fill the system:
https://youtu.be/1beZZCBUnt0

Here is a link to a video showing how to pressure test the cooling system.
https://youtu.be/ue86SVk4rGU

As far as topping off your transmission fluid, please refer to your owners manual and repair manual for that information.

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Special thanks to my wife for checking my spelling on this video and all my videos. You're the best Babe!