OEM 2005 Scion xA Radiator

2005 Scion xA Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to replace the radiator assembly on 2005 Scion xA?

  A: The radiator assembly replacement process requires the engine coolant drainage, followed by unfastening both radiator hose ends and automatic transaxle oil cooler inlet/outlet connections. The first step requires the removal of the radiator grille followed by 3 bolt removal from the hood lock assembly. This process leads to the final step of removing the hood lock support sub-assembly through its two bolts and a wire clip and supporting structure. The procedure to remove the radiator support upper begins by disconnecting the horn assembly connector and removing 2 clips from the opening cover while also separating the condenser from the radiator support upper by removing 2 bolts. Finally, unscrew 4 bolts to detach the radiator support upper. The radiator assembly removal process requires disconnecting the cooling fan motor connector followed by engine compartment clearance of the radiator assembly and then detaching the fan shroud with fan using 3 bolts before taking off the water filler with 2 bolts to complete the procedure by removing the radiator support cushions and radiator support lower. The installation process begins with setting the radiator support cushions and radiator support lower onto the radiator followed by inserting the water filler with 2 bolts to 7.5 Nm (76 kgf-cm, 66 inch lbs.) torque setting before installing the fan shroud with fan by using 3 bolts at 7.5 Nm (76 kgf-cm, 66 inch lbs.). Install the cooling system radiator assembly before linking the cooling fan motor connections. Fixed the radiator support sub-assembly upper using 4 bolts at 5.0 Nm torque level (51 kgf-cm, 44 inch lbs.) then integrated the condenser through 2 bolts before restoring the horn components. First mount the radiator support opening cover and then handle the hood lock support sub-assembly installation using 2 bolts and a clip before securing it with a torque of 5.0 Nm (51 kgf-cm, 44 inch lbs.). Temporarily add the hood lock assembly with 3 bolts. Adjust the hood sub-assembly before installing the radiator grille and adding engine coolant while performing leak inspections.