How do i change the radiator on a 2003 dodge neon?If you don't own a repair book on your car, go to Auto Zone and get one. It makes things alot easier.
Make sure your radiator is drained first. There is a drain plug at the bottom of it.
You'll need wrenches, some pliers or a screwdriver (depending on how the hoses are clamped on... there's a hose on top and a hose on bottom. Try not to break the hoses, or those will need replacing, too), and a jack if you can't get under your car.
Unclamp the hoses from the radiator, leave them connected to the motor. If the fans are connected to the radiator, remove them by undoing the bolts. If they have a wiring harness, just unclip it and it should come out with the radiator.
Take the bolts out of the top of the radiator. Check the bottom to see if there are bolts there, too. The radiator should slide out. Don't lose the bolts.
If the fans were connected to the radiator, put them back on before you put in the new radiator. Make sure the drain plug is in. Put the new radiator on by following the directions in reverse order. Be careful not to damage any of the cooling fins.
Fill up with 50% coolant, 50% water. Start the car, let it warm up. CAREFULLY remove the radiator cap to make sure fluid level is still full. If not, add more coolant (while car is running). If fluid levels are full, you're good to go!
Hope this helps.
PS-- If the original radiator isn't too badly damaged, take it to a repair shop. They can probably fix it for less than the cost of a new one.How do i change the radiator on a 2003 dodge neon?i can't beat spook babe's answer.so i go with her
