I replaced my radiator the transmission line, the intake line quick release?

1996 DODGE DAKOTA
100,000 MILES • 5.2L • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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WALTER GANLY
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The clip broke I got a new one I can't get it to go together it won't clip together. Do I need to push harder?
Jul 10, 2023 at 8:22 PM
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Can you upload an image of what you are talking about?

Here are the instructions for the radiator removal and replacement:

1. Disconnect battery ground cable, then drain cooling system.
2. Remove throttle cable at fan shroud, then unsnap and remove overflow tank from shroud.
3. Remove two fan shroud retaining clips and move toward engine. Shroud does not have to be removed from vehicle.
4. Disconnect transmission cooler lines, then remove upper and lower radiator hose clamps and hoses.
5. Remove two upper radiator support bolts and lift the radiator out of the vehicle.
6. Reverse procedure to install. Insert two bottom alignment pins into holes in lower support.

Here is a generic guide to help you step by step with instructions:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-a-car-radiator

Let us know what happens and please upload pictures or videos of the problem so we can see what's going on.
Jul 11, 2023 at 5:05 PM