Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring 2009 Manual page 578

Fig. 11: Identifying Coolant Reserve Tank, Hose & Torque Specifications
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RADIATOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZI-3.7]
WARNING:
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Drain the engine coolant. (See ENGINE COOLANT REPLACEMENT [MZI-3.7].)
3. Remove the air cleaner and fresh air duct component. (See INTAKE-AIR SYSTEM
REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZI-3.7] .)
4. Remove the cooling fan component. (See COOLING FAN COMPONENT
REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZI-3.7].)
5. Disconnect the ATF oil cooler hose from the radiator.
6. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
7. Install in the reverse order of the removal:
2008 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring
2008 ENGINE Cooling System (MZI-3.7) - Mazda CX-9
Never remove the cooling system cap or loosen the radiator drain
plug while the engine is running, or when the engine and radiator are
hot. Scalding engine coolant and steam may shoot out and cause
serious injury. It may also damage the engine and cooling system.
Turn off the engine and wait until it is cool. Even then, be very
careful when removing the cap. Wrap a thick cloth around it and
slowly turn it counterclockwise to the first stop. Step back while the
pressure escapes.
When you are sure all the pressure is gone, press down on the cap
using the cloth, turn it, and remove it.