Installation Instructions for Part #: KRB02

Radiator and Reserve Tank Relocation Kit

for K-Powered 1996-2000 Civics

This kit provides the SOLUTION for mounting a factory or factory

replacement radiator into K-Powered 1996-2000 Civics while:
-Positioning the radiator and reserve tank in an aesthetically pleasing fashion
-Utilizing pre-existing tapped holes in the front bulkhead for ease of installation
-Enabling usage of factory upper RSX and lower Integra radiator hoses.

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 Parts Included In Radiator And Reserve Tank Relocation Kit

DESCRIPTION QTY
UPPER RADIATOR SUPPORT BRACKET 1
RESERVE TANK BRACKET EXTENSION 1
M6 CAP SCREW 3
M6 LOCK WASHER 3
M6 NUT 1

Tools Required
Center Punch
Drill
Drill Bits – 5/16” thru 3/8” recommended
Chisel
Hammer
10mm Socket
Sharpie Marker
Tape Measure
C-Clamps
Welder
Die Grinder

Note: Read all instructions before attempting installation.

If you do not believe you are qualified in performing the
necessary installation and modifications to your chassis,
please find an experienced professional who can. Karcepts,
Inc. will not be held responsible for improper modifications to
your chassis. It is your job to make certain the lower radiator
support brackets are positioned properly and welded
securely.
 1. REMOVING THE LOWER RADIATOR SUPPORTS
Center punch and drill out the factory spot welds that hold the lower AC and
radiator support brackets. A 5/16” drill bit is adequate enough to remove the
welds as long as you are on-center when drilling. If not on-center with the spot
welds, you may need to increase the drill bit size to 11/32” or 3/8”. If necessary,
use the aid of a chisel and hammer to complete the removal of the brackets.
 2. RELOCATING THE LOWER RADIATOR SUPPORTS
1. Remove the rubber grommet from the factory upper radiator support bracket
and install into the provided Karcepts bracket. Attach the Karcepts upper
radiator support bracket to the driver’s side (in a LHD vehicle) of your 1996-
2000 Civic using an M6 cap screw and M6 lock washer.

2. Position the radiator of choice into the Karcepts upper radiator support bracket
and attach the previously removed lower radiator supports to the radiator with
the factory rubber grommets.
 2. RELOCATING THE LOWER RADIATOR SUPPORTS
3. Position the lower radiator supports such that the radiator will sit square to the
front bulkhead; then use a sharpie marker to mark the position needed to weld.
As a reference, the center-to-center distance for the holes in the lower radiator
supports should measure 13-1/8” apart.

4. Clamp and weld the lower radiator supports into their marked positions.
Remove the Karcepts upper radiator support at this time.
 3. MOUNTING THE RESERVE TANK AND RADIATOR
1. Modify your factory reserve tank bracket by removing the lower ear as shown.

2. Mount the Karcepts reserve tank bracket extension into the tapped hole of the
chassis where the factory upper radiator support was previously mounted. Use
an M6 cap screw and M6 lock washer.
 3. MOUNTING THE RESERVE TANK AND RADIATOR
3. Attach the modified reserve tank bracket to the Karcepts reserve tank bracket
extension with an M6 cap screw, M6 lock washer, and M6 nut. Insert the
radiator into the relocated lower radiator supports and re-attach the Karcepts
upper radiator support bracket using an M6 cap screw and M6 lock washer.
Congratulations, your radiator relocation is now complete!!!
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and federal laws and regulations. Use or installation of Karcepts, Inc. products may
affect user insurance and/or vehicle warranty coverage. It is the user’s sole
responsibility for consequences that may occur due to having the product installed
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