Set of cooling system elements together with a radiator (Renault Espace III)

Fig. 4.73. Removing the cooling system components kit

• Use the charging station to discharge the refrigerant from the air conditioning system circuit.
• Open the relay box and disconnect the radiator-mounted cooling system wiring harness connector.
• Remove the radiator grille, grille and front bumper, while to access the two bolts it is necessary to bend the left fender liner. First disconnect the connectors from the fog lights.
• Loosen the radiator strut mounting bolts and fold the struts to remove the radiator through the bottom of the vehicle.
• Disconnect the air conditioning hoses from the compressor that go to the condenser, disconnect the quick-release connection of the hose that goes from the receiver-dryer to the front panel
• In case of removal and installation of a complete set of cooling system elements, it is not recommended to disconnect the connections between the high-pressure pipelines and the condenser-receiver unit, since these connections use special seals, the replacement of which requires special care.
• Place the radiator crossmember on the work bench with spacers, removing the fasteners.
• Unscrew the two bolts securing the cross member to the ends of the side members.
• Raise the vehicle while supporting the cooling system assembly to prevent damage (perform the operation with an assistant).

Installation

• Installation is carried out in the reverse order of removal
• Replacing the air conditioner condenser or its cooling heat exchanger requires removing the complete set of engine cooling system components