Do I need to flush the cooling system before installing this radiator?

Yes—drain and flush the system to remove debris and old coolant. Installing a new radiator into contaminated coolant shortens its lifespan. Use distilled water and a flush kit, then refill with fresh coolant to specification.

Are hose clamps and mounting hardware included?

The radiator assembly comes alone. You'll need to reuse your existing hose clamps and brackets from the old unit—they're direct carryover. If clamps are corroded or damaged, grab new ones while you're in there.

What if the radiator doesn't fit after I remove the old one?

Factory mounting points and port locations are identical to OEM spec. If there's resistance, check that cooling fans and shroud are seated correctly—they can shift during removal. A 30-day return window applies if fitment is genuinely wrong.