How to Replace Radiator 04-08 Dodge Ram
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In this video 1A Auto shows you how to repair, install, fix, change or replace a broken, damaged, or leaking radiator. This video is applicable to the 04, 05, 06, 07, 08 Dodge Ram pickup
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You DO NOT have to remove the radiator fan, the fan shroud slides back over the fan enough to remove radiator
Thanks for the video Jimmy! I will say that for the 2005 ram 1500 you do not need to remove the fan at all, and you do not need to remove the transmission cooler or whatever because it's in a different location. Took me 15 minutes, amazing.
Did you just slide the shroud over the fan to get radiator out?
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Great video. Followed everything exactly step by step. Was done about 1.5 hours. Only thing not mentioned was to removed brackets and spacers from old radiator to the new one.
I see you didn't get many likes but this deserves infinite likes. Thanks so much for the step by step I changed my trucks radiator with ease thanks to this. Many thanks again
5 stars plus to your company.... I purchased the radiator thru you at a great price, then i put my laptop on my workbench and step by step followed your directions. Start to finish in only two hours.... couldn't be happier. You are now my first pick for auto parts
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+Joe Z Thanks for watching. We're glad to hear our video and parts were able to help get your vehicle back up to running conditions. Please don't hesitate to contact us with any future questions or part requests! 1aauto.com 1-888-844-3393
A1Autos really know hot to do an instructional video. Clear, concise and easy to follow.
+Jeff Chilin Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment!
I just changed my water pump and radiator. Awesome video guys! Between the two videos I’m guessing you saved me about $700!
Bought radiator from 1A Auto Parts, it is a quality replacement. This video made it easy to do myself. Like others I could not get fan clutch nut to budge but was able to easily remove the 4 nuts that attach the fan to the clutch which created enough clearance to remove the fan shroud. This was for a 2008 Ram 1500 5.7L 4x4 QC Big Horn.
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Thank you! That made my job so much easier than it would have been otherwise. Turned a replacement job into a simple hour-long job. Thank you so much for the help!
+Christoher G Ward Thanks for watching. If any of our viewers needs to make this repair, we carry the auto repair part shown in this video on our website. Here is a link to them www.1aauto.com/dodge-radiator/i/1arad00878?CZcams&CTA+Comment&EmN7sgV40eo
This is the best video on youtube for this swap. But if you remove the cross brace that runs in front of the radiator, lleft front fender to right front fender. You dont have to remove the fan and the shroud can come out, still attached to the radiator.
This video saved me so much time!. One thing though. The water pump pully kept spinning even though I put tension on the tension pully. I had to improvise. None the less great tutorial video on removing and installing a new radiator for my 2006 Dodge Ram
This is by far the best repair video I have seen! And I have seen quite a few
+francisco tarelo Thanks for checking us out! 1AAuto.com
Thanks for the great video. I was able to replace my Radiator today, something I'd be very reluctant to do without your instruction. Thanks so much.
Fyi people just did radiator replacement on 2006 ram slt 1500 hemi, you do not have to remove fan, shroud and the retainer tanks for coolant and windshield washer fluid, can simply unbolt shroud from radiator and set it back toward engine and slightly pull over on a/c tube at top left corner of radiator and slide it up and out. But the rest of disconnecting is correct.
Going to be using this video in the next couple of days when I get my new radiator shipped to my town for my '07 Ram 5.7 Hemi
This is the first video I’ve seen from you guys and I have to say I was impressed. I’m a novice as far as auto repair goes but I’m always willing to take on a DIY project , take my time, follow the steps, and so far all of them have been successful. I’m a bit apprehensive when it comes to auto repair but your instructions with demonstration were great. Very thorough, clear and concise. I subscribed, going to y’all’s website now to see about ordering the radiator. Thank you!!
I have to say this is one of the best videos for installing a radiator your explanation and everything you did was perfect I am so glad I found your video like I said the best videos great job very very detail and explaining how to take it off and to put it back on thank you so much that helps out so much and will save me a ton of money😊
If you detach the shroud from the radiator. You can hang the shoud up on the fan. Take the top 2 bolts off that hold the radiator. Disconnect the upper and lower hoses. Disconnect the transmission cooler. Pull the radiator straight up. Don't worry about the fan. Done it a few times like this.
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Hey just wanted to thank you guys for making this video. The step by step really helped. Only issue I had was getting fan off so I ended up removing radiator and leaving shroud around fan until it was time to put it back. Other then that, this video helped me get the job done in an hour rather than a few. Thanks again.
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I used to call and ask dad, hey I need help, but he’s been passed for 6 years now, so I turn to you, thank you very much sir! I sure do appreciate you showing me this. I gotta change the 08 Ram radiator now thank so much for showing me everything!
These guys are the best with whatever you're doing complete videos and instructions.
My plumbers wrench that I had handy was too small to hit with a good whack, so I used a clutch fan tool positioned on the radiator fan to keep the belt from spinning while I loosened the fan bolt.
Another fantastic how to vid. Just replace the radiator today and did the brake pads and rotors on the rear Saturday. Wished you would have mentioned to take off the bottom rubber mount and bolt inserts from the old radiator though. New one didn't come with anything. Thanks again for all the good info.
+Robert Clements Thanks for checking us out!
I just did a radiator swap on my 08 Ram. Then I found this video. It really was as easy as the mechanic in the video did it.
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Thanks so much for the quick and easy video. Install was a breeze, the only thing that was not correct was the tabs for the transmission cooler. The slots on the radiator were not the correct size. No worries, zip ties worked great. Thanks again!
+PayThePrice71 Thanks for checking us out! 1AAuto.com
Does this work on the '02 RAM 1500 (4.7) a little confused, because it came up in the playlist
The Fan did not come loose as in the video,,,,,, Instead of trying to break the fan from the motor , which can be impossible , if you cant break the nut loose. Disconnect the 4 bolts holding the fan to the clutch and slide the fan towards the motor . the shroud can be removed with ease. the rest of the video was spot on.
Jimmy Page I'm doing this repair today. the dang fan didn't come off. radiaotr fluid had gone everywhere and all over the belts making them slide over every pulley. I'm managed to remove shroud and fan the hard way.
Thank you again for an awesome video! Was able to change my radiator thanks to you guys and you guys sell one from your website for a really great price compared to other places I've looked. I drive a 2008 dodge ram 1500, 5.7.Hopefully you guys keep making more videos with the same truck... Fixed my driver side door, alternator and radiator thanks to your guidance. Thanks again and keep making more videos.
+Lazy SoFa That's what we're all about! Glad to hear we've been able to help out. For anyone else who might be doing this job, we carry the parts shown in the video on our website. Order from us and we'll cover the shipping. Here's a link: www.1aauto.com/dodge-radiator/i/1arad00878?CZcams&CTA%20Comment&ATony
We have a 2008 too. Did you need to remove the fan for the radiator change? Mike
I always look for 1AAuto videos when I have stuff to replace. Great job 👍
Thank you guys so much for making these videos you guys have saved me a fortune .
Do you think it's a good idea to swap coolant type? Currently has orange coolant but I am trying to replace it with Mopar brand...
Hey Mike thanx for your video,at least I know what I'm in for.I bought my radiator from Amazon for $75. and it came with all new bushings and hardware.I just need a decent day to do it.My truck won't fit in my garage so it's the driveway. Thanx again.
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Thanks for the video it really helped out a lot
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Great Video. Thanks
Great video and instruction. Makes me think I can do it
Thanks for the video awesome job.
You guys make great videos but you don't need to remove the fan to replace the radiator. I have a 05 ram 5.7 hemi.
+Kurt Lindgren Thank you for checking us out, as well as the compliments. We did this to provide better viewing access, but you are correct that in most of the models the fan will not need to be removed. 1aauto.com
I got the job done easily thanks to this video and the part (shipping was wicked fast). Thank you. However, the radiator was slightly different from the original. It didn’t have the slots to hold the transmission radiator but it’s ok because you can bolt it on with 2 10mm bolts. No need to remove the fan at all. It’s a waste of time.
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Great video. Might want to mention that you need to swap out all the rubber grommets and mount pieces to the new radiator.
would like to see parts list for related issues. if i need to replace the radiator, its a good time to replace the hoses, would like to see that as well. thanks. i plan on changing radiator on my dodge this weekend, following your instructions!
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This video is spot on except I didn’t have to take that fan off to do the swap...I didn’t want to have to play with that tensioner..but other than that Thanks a lot!!!
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tanks it helped me
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how do you replace this with electric fans? there is a lot more benefit i hear to upgrading to that on these motors
Great video very informative..
Is it the same process for a dodge 3500 2005? 5.9
you DO NOT need to remove the fan or shroud. you can leave it in the truck. go look at other videos. I did and saved a lot of time
I had the same question. Can't you take the shroud off without taking fan blade off???
Do you have a link to the other videos?
There is enough room to slide the shroud back to the engine allowing you to pull the rad out easily. I left the washer fluid container on the shroud too. Works as a counter weight so it won't fall forward at you. 👍
Came to comments to say this ^ agree. Absolutely no reason to take clutch fan off!
Will.this work on a dodge 2006 ram 2500 diesel?
Thanks guys
Any reason why my temperature won't raise on my thermometer?
Thank you
My sons 2007 1500 4.7L (Mercedes engine) got a crack in radiator. Does 1A Auto recommend any type of repair to radiator? Or is it better to replace? Great videos guys!!!
+Ed Anderson Thanks for watching! Modern radiators are really not suitable for repairs, they are meant to just be replaced if crack appears. Here is a link to the radiator that will be correct for your son's application! www.1aauto.com/dodge-radiator/i/1arad00864?f=850748&y=2007
Nice video
Good thanks
+Ricky Mene Thanks for watching. If any of our viewers needs to make this repair, we carry the auto repair part shown in this video on our website. Here is a link to them www.1aauto.com/dodge-radiator/i/1arad00878?CZcams&CTA+Comment&EmN7sgV40eo
On the v6 there is nothing to attach the 3 8 whatever it is you have , I just keep loosening the tension nut, I don't know what you mean on here
Does this process work the same on a 95 ram 1500
+Alex Hampton We currently do not have an auto repair video specific to your vehicle. You might be able to apply some of the basic steps shown in this video to your application.
That would have been bad if that wrench would have slip and hit your other hand but good video I'm doing my radiator right now. I will be looking for more 1A Auto videos good job guys.
The part where you are putting the transmission cooler tabs into were they slide into the right on the new radiator and in your video it's at the 5 minute 53 second time slot. My question is they are not the same now as they were in the radiator slots that you had in this video they have changed they are now Square pieces for each tabs but they have holes in them now they do not fit if you slide them in the tabs are too wide for them so now they go right on top of them with the holes matching up is it safe to zip tie them or do you have to use a bolt and if you do a bolt in a nut a locking nut what size?. You're probably going to have to re modify this video because all the radiators now do not come with those slide housing
+David K Thanks for checking us out! If you purchased the radiator that is shown in the video then it should the same tabs. If you received something that is different please contact us right away and we will try to identify a suitable solution for you! 1aauto.com
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Video got me stuck on the fan serpentine belt. Me following along it kept spinning not clear how to free nut when this happens or how to lock in place when trying to free nut to fan.
Let's see if it goes that well for me going to try it
+Bobby Kennedy Best of luck! 1aauto.com
I have the 4.7l engine. No need to remove the fan. That eliminates the hardest part.
The stock radiator in same year make and model does come painted from factory. There is special radiator paint that's available
Designed for radiators. Your input and thoughts are appreciated thanks.
So for those having trouble with the fan nut on a 1500 5.7 (2006 or so range), I just grabed a regular Philips screw driver and on the side of the water pump, facing the fan, are 4 holes. After putting on my pipe wrench, I carefully put the screwdriver into a hole (left side, to hold against the spin of the water pump) and I hit the pipe wrench as I held against it. BE CAREFUL OF THE FAN BLADES FOR YOUR ARM CAN GET SLIGHTLY PINCHED.
+Malv3rs3 Thank you for the suggestions and for watching!
Good video makes my job easier
A lot more steps then I thought it would be
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will there be any air in the system?
Yes, but if bleeded properly then no.
If my trucks heater don’t work how do I flush the air out
how much coolant would be needed for that job?
I just did this repair today. Took about 6-7 hours. Not minutes as this video infers. I used about 2.25 gallons of fluid to fill 100% up.
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Great vid but you really didnt need to remove the fan which saves you extra work
+KILLAWATTS 804 Thanks for the feedback!
Is this relevant for a diesel?
+Your Barista This procedure might be different for the diesel application. Thank you for asking! 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c
@@1AAuto OK thank you, great video nonetheless.
You do not need to take off the coolant and windshield wiper tanks or the fan.
Ppl do not remove the fan u don't have to just move the fan cover to the back and u have enough room to remove the radiator. Just did one right now
Are you SURE you have to take the fan off?
-Looks at list of tools needed and gathers all tools listed and stated at beginning of vid.
- starts video and immediately notices mechanic using a tool not listed (pipe wrench) 🤦♂️
Take the air filter completely out put the reservoir where the air filter is no need to drain all that fluid least that's what I did also don't need to take the fan off just the cover you gotta work it out but not to hard to do least this is how I did mine.
+Zachary Drewery Thanks for the feedback!
Video needs more light
Thanks Hector
Hey wait a minute, you needed the air chisel wrench.
I noticed he did not paint the radiator. Why not?
+Strong Addictions Thanks for watching! We would not recommend painting the radiator, especially the core as this will effect its cooling capability.
well for us non mechanics they should say how to pull the grill off since they removed to to get to the radiator
No need to remove the fan, just the shroud. Plenty of room to pull the radiator withe fan still in place
radiator fan does not need to be removed .. FYI
An adjustable wrench is literally the worst thing you can take a fan clutch off with. You can literally rent a fan clutch tool for $20 at any auto parts store.
+punkrocker10115 Thanks for the feedback!
I drained my coolant into a pan and then accidentally dropped my 3/8ths Snap On impact in it. ☹️
Great price on your radiator. However the pipe wrench and ratchet on the pully didn't work for me. Gave up after and hour on it. Luckily though the install is possible without taking the fan off. Just unbolt the shroud and let it rest on the fan then you can pull out the radiator.
+brianfl33916 That's a good tip. Thanks for posting it. Thanks for checking out our videos! If any of our viewers need to make this repair, we carry the part shown in this video on our website. Here's a link to them. We also offer free shipping on all orders in the US. www.1aauto.com/dodge-radiator/i/1arad00878?CZcams&CTA%20Comment&ATony
gave a dislike because.... you say to use the tension pulley.... to get the fan removed....but failed to mention that the arm that pulley is on is weak... and breaks easily....so end up costing me another 50 dollars.... to replace that arm for the pulley.... guys if you remove the air filter housing which is rather easy to do... you can jockey the fan shroud around enough to get past the fan it self...aka don't cost yourself another 50 dollars.
+Shocke89 Thanks for the tip! We'll pass this info along to our production team.
DO NOT DO IT THIS WAY way to much unessesary work
Great video, thanks
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