The radiator is leaking, how long does it take to replace it?

2006 VOLVO S40
201,500 MILES • 2.5L • AUTOMATIC
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JOSEPHPIKE213
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My radiator is leaking, and I need to replace it. I was just wondering how long that might take.
Mar 6, 2024 at 10:40 AM
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Here is the labor time to change the radiator and how the job is done so you can see what needs to be done.

Radiator R&R 2.8 hrs @ shop rate.

Here is a generic guide to help walk you through the steps with intrusions for your car in the images below.

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

Check out the images (below). Let us know if you need anything else.
Mar 6, 2024 at 11:53 AM
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anything?
May 11, 2024 at 12:05 PM