Anyone replace their own radiator?

[Alcarames]

I was in the process but ran into a small obstacle. The two top bolts that hold the radiator are inaccessible. Does the ac condenser have to come out also? Any help would be greatly appreciated! Thanks in advance.

 

[travelers]

What year is your car? I just put a Ford Racing ALum. Rad and had no problems with accessing the bolts but it's a 2011

 

[Alcarames]

It's a 2011. I'm referring to the top bolts that attach the condenser to the radiator.

 

[Alcarames]

Did you remove the condenser as well?

 

[Rob72]

It's been a few years and I don't remember specifics. I do remember that I was able to get the radiator out without removing the condenser which I supported with a jack. I may have had the front wheels on 3" ramps also.

 

[Alcarames]

Maybe the question I should ask is if the front bumper has to come off?

 

[travelers]

No you don't need to pull the bumper just be careful

 

[Rob72]

I 2nd that the front bumper can stay on.