OEM 2009 Scion xB Radiator

2009 Scion xB Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to install the radiator and its components on 2009 Scion xB?

  A: The radiator installation begins by attaching the fan shroud to the radiator through two bolts which need tightening to 7.0 Nm (71 kgf-cm, 62 in-lbf). Begin by putting on the radiator outlet hose before adding the inlet hose and tightening the clamp to the fan shroud. First attach 2 radiator supports onto the repositioned radiator and then set the component onto the vehicle before hooking up both Automatic Transaxle oil cooler hoses. The next steps involve connecting the No. 1 water by-pass hose before installing the No. 2 fan shroud through 2 bolts while applying 7.0 Nm (71 kgf-cm, 62 in-lbf) torque. After that, connect the 2 fan motor connectors. Fasten the outlet and inlet radiator hoses to their respective positions while making sure that the heated oxygen sensor wire harness clamp remains activated. After that, install the No. 2 fan shroud along with the 2 radiator support cushions. Install the hood lock support with 4 bolts while torquing them to 13 Nm (127 kgf-cm, 9 ft-lbf) and complete the 2 connector connections. Follow the technical instructions to install the hood lock control cable over the hood lock support before inserting and tightening the No. 1 water hose clamp bracket with 2 bolts reaching a torque value of 5.0 Nm (51 kgf-cm, 44 in-lbf). Next, connect the 2 water hoses. Reinstall the front bumper cover together with radiator grille and No. 1 radiator grille garnish. The procedure for installing the battery involves first placing the battery tray followed by the battery and insulator before securing this assembly with an 17 Nm (168 kgf-cm, 12 ft-lbf) bolt that fastens a 3.5 Nm (35 kgf-cm, 31 in-lbf) locking nut while completing the electrical connection between the terminals through torque setting at 5.4 Nm (55 kgf-cm, 48 in-lbf). Complete maintenance by adding engine coolant followed by the recharge of refrigerant and engine heating procedures and leak evaluation of coolant and refrigerant. To complete installation inspect the hood while making all required modifications needed for performance.