
Service Information
2021 Chevrolet Tahoe - 2WD |
Suburban, Tahoe Service Manual (13889801) |
Document ID: 5614286
Engine Auxiliary Radiator Replacement (LM2)
Removal Procedure- Drain the charge air cooling system.Charge Air Cooling System Draining and Filling

- Front Bumper Fascia(2)»Remove—Front Bumper Fascia Removal and Installation

- Radiator Inlet Hose Clamp(1)»Disengage—Hose Clamp Replacement Guidelines - Spring Type
- Auxiliary Radiator Inlet Hose(2)@Engine Auxiliary Radiator»Remove

Note: Left side shown, right side similar.
- Remove the 6 right and left side headlamp bolts (1).

Note: Left side shown, right side similar.
- Remove the 6 right and left side headlamp bolts (1).

Note: Left side shown, right side similar.
- Release the front headlamp guide pins from the front bumper fascia guides (1).
- Remove the right and left side headlamps (2).
- Release the wiring harness retaining tabs.
- Disconnect all electrical connectors.

- Loosen the left and right side front bumper fascia upper stiffener nut (1).
- Remove the left and right side front bumper fascia upper stiffener bolt (2).

- Pull the front bumper fascia upper stiffener (1) up and out over the stud.
- Disconnect the electrical connector and reposition wiring harness.

- Front Bumper Shutter Bolt(1)»Remove[9x]
- Front Bumper Shutter(2)»Remove

- Radiator Air Side Baffle Retainer(1)»Remove[2x]
- Radiator Air Side Baffle(2)»Reposition

- Charge Air Cooler Coolant Hose Clamp(1)»Disengage—Hose Clamp Replacement Guidelines - Spring Type
- Charge Air Cooler Coolant Hose(2)@Engine Auxiliary Radiator»Remove

- Auxiliary Radiator Bracket Bolt(1)»Remove[4x]
- Auxiliary Radiator Bracket- Right Side(2)»Remove

- Auxiliary Radiator Bracket Bolt(1)»Remove[4x]
- Auxiliary Radiator Bracket- Left Side(2)»Remove

- Front Bumper Shutter Bolt(1)»Remove
- Front Bumper Shutter Bracket(2)»Remove

Note: Some components not shown for graphic clarity.
- Front End Sheet Metal Diagonal Brace Bolt- Left Side and Right Side(1)»Remove[4x]
- Front End Sheet Metal Diagonal Brace- Left Side and Right Side(2)»Remove[2x]

- Disconnect the electrical connector.
- Horn Nut(1)»Remove
- Horn(2)»Remove

- Engine Auxiliary Radiator(1)»Remove
Installation Procedure

- Engine Auxiliary Radiator(1)»Install

- Horn(2)»Install
- Horn Nut(1)»Install and tighten—Fastener Specifications
- Connect the electrical connector.

- Front End Sheet Metal Diagonal Brace- Left Side and Right Side(2)»Install[2x]
- If NEW threaded components are being installed, loosen the adhesive using a metal pick or similar tool before proceeding. If threaded components are reused, prepare the threaded components using the following steps:
- Remove any loose cured adhesive from the external threads of the components using a lint free cloth.
- Thread the cleaned components into the internal mating threads and remove to loosen trapped cured adhesive.
- Apply thread locking adhesive to the external threads of the components.Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers
- Ensure there are no gaps in the thread locking adhesive once applied to the component.
- Front End Sheet Metal Diagonal Brace Bolt- Left Side and Right Side(1)»Install and tighten[4x]—Fastener Specifications

- Front Bumper Shutter Bracket(2)»Install
- Front Bumper Shutter Bolt(1)»Install and tighten—Fastener Specifications

- Auxiliary Radiator Bracket- Left Side(2)»Install
- Auxiliary Radiator Bracket Bolt(1)»Install and tighten[4x]—Fastener Specifications

- Auxiliary Radiator Bracket- Right Side(2)»Install
- Auxiliary Radiator Bracket Bolt(1)»Install and tighten[4x]—Fastener Specifications

- Charge Air Cooler Coolant Hose(2)@Engine Auxiliary Radiator»Install
- Charge Air Cooler Coolant Hose Clamp(1)»Engage—Hose Clamp Replacement Guidelines - Spring Type

- Radiator Air Side Baffle(2)»Install
- Radiator Air Side Baffle Retainer(1)»Install[2x]

- Front Bumper Shutter(2)»Install
- Front Bumper Shutter Bolt(1)»Install and tighten[9x]—Fastener Specifications
- Connect the electrical connectors and install wiring harness.

- Front Bumper Fascia Upper Stiffener(1)»Install

- Install and tighten the left and right side front bumper fascia upper stiffener bolt (2). Fastener Specifications
- Tighten the left and right side front bumper fascia upper stiffener nut (1).Fastener Specifications

Note: Left side shown, right side similar.
- Connect all electrical connectors.
- Secure the wiring harness retaining tabs.
- Install the right and left side headlamps (2).
- Secure the front headlamp guide pins to the front bumper fascia guides (1).

Note: Left side shown, right side similar.
- Install the 6 right and left side headlamp bolts (1). Fastener Specifications

Note: Left side shown, right side similar.
- Install the 6 right and left side headlamp bolts (1). Fastener Specifications

- Auxiliary Radiator Inlet Hose(2)@Engine Auxiliary Radiator»Install
- Radiator Inlet Hose Clamp(1)»Engage—Hose Clamp Replacement Guidelines - Spring Type

- Front Bumper Fascia(2)»Install—Front Bumper Fascia Removal and Installation
- Fill the charge air cooling system.Charge Air Cooling System Draining and Filling
- Start the engine and check for coolant leaks.