Hi All,

Thought i'd create a seperate topic on replacing the radiator to get the most support.

I've got a replacement radiator and have fitted the 2 hoses on left and 1 on right, aswell as the one along the top.

When I removed the previous radiator I couldn't remove the 2 transmission lines at the bottom right without the pipes breaking, so now i've gone to fit the replacement I obviously can't fit them. If anyone could offer any advice on the best way to overcome this?

As you can see from my pictures, the replacement radiator has a red plastic insert inside the bottom connection, i'm guessing this is a broken off piece which will need removing?

I have looked at the service manual page 594 many times, but it hasn't offered me much help.

Also, the 2 rod type bolts on the left, whenever I try to line them up the rod is not perfectly straight to be able to put the bolt in, however I manoeuvre them it won't lineup straight, but at an angle.

Any guidance or photos appreciated!

Radiator upside down

red plastic piece in bottom insert

Broken Transmission lines

Broken transmission lines

Label on one line

one leads to this

Rod bolt which will lineup, but at an angle