Pontiac FIREBIRD 1972 Service Manual page 1400

GENERAL DESCRIPTION
SECTION 13
RADIATOR
All models are equipped with cross-flow radiators, which
provide horizontal coolant flow for improved cooling
characteristics. For specifications and usage, refer to the
radiator charts in Section 6A.
All V-8 radiators are supported by insulators which are
cradled in the fan shroud. The fan shroud is firmly at-
tached to the support and baffle assembly (Refer to Sec-
tion 6A).
A Series 6 cylinder radiators are supported by insulated
cradle type brackets, which retain both the lower and
upper ends of the radiator tanks.
The two upper cradles are attached to the bottomside of
the upper panel mounting assembly which, in turn, is
fastened to the front end support and baffle assembly, for
radiator removal and replace refer to Section 6A.
RADIATOR SUPPORT
REMOVE
1.
Disconnect and remove battery and battery tray.
2. Drain and remove radiator and shroud assembly. For
radiator removal see Section 6A.
3. Remove valance panel (if so equipped).
4. Remove front bumper assembly.
5. On all models except F Series remove headlamp filler
panel.
6. Remove front end wire harness from radiator sup-
port.
7. Remove radiator support mounts, and attaching
screws.
8. Remove radiator support assembly.
REPLACE
1. Replace radiator support assembly by reversing the
previous procedure.
2. Check operation of all lights and adjust headlamp
aim.