Transmission Fluid Cooler Pipe Connector Replacement - Radiator
Removal Procedure
- Drain the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling .
- Remove the transaxle oil cooler hoses from the oil cooler fittings on the radiator. Refer to Transmission Fluid Cooler Hose/Pipe Quick-Connect Fitting Disconnection and Connection .
Note: Do not remove the upper and lower transaxle oil cooler fittings from the radiator at the same time or the transaxle oil cooler will fall inside the radiator end tank.
- Remove the oil cooler fitting from the radiator.
Installation Procedure
- Inspect the new O-ring seals for cracks, cuts or damage. Replace if necessary.
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.
Note: The correct thread engagement is critical. Cross-threaded fittings can achieve proper tightness and still leak.
- Install the oil cooler fitting to the radiator and tighten to 38 N·m (28 lb ft).
- Install the transaxle oil cooler hoses to the oil cooler fittings on the radiator. Refer to Transmission Fluid Cooler Hose/Pipe Quick-Connect Fitting Disconnection and Connection .
- Fill the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling .
- Adjust the transmission fluid level.
- Inspect for fluid leaks.
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