For 1990-2009 cars only
Removal Procedure
- Remove the cross vehicle brace. Refer to Cross Vehicle Brace Replacement in Body Front End.
- Reposition the reservoir hose clamp (1).
- Remove the reservoir hose from the radiator overflow neck.
- Remove the coolant recovery reservoir nuts (2) from the shock tower studs.
- Remove the coolant recovery reservoir (3) from the lower retainer and the shock tower studs .
- Drain the coolant from the recovery reservoir in to a clean container.
Installation Procedure
- Install the coolant recovery reservoir (3) onto the lower retainer and the shock tower studs.
- Install the coolant recovery reservoir nuts (2) to the shock tower studs.
- Lubricate the reservoir hose with clean water. Route the hose to the radiator overflow neck fitting.
- Install the coolant reservoir hose (1) to the overflow neck fitting.
- Install the reservoir hose and clamp (1), with the clamp tabs at the 11 o'clock position, to the radiator overflow fitting on the radiator filler neck. The hose end must be flush against the radiator filler neck. Seat the clamp squarely between the radiator filler neck and the flared end of the fitting.
- Install the cross vehicle brace. Refer to Cross Vehicle Brace Replacement in Body Front End.
- Fill the coolant recovery reservoir to the proper level.
Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.
Tighten
Tighten the nuts to 3.3 N·m (29 lb in).
