Transmission Fluid Cooler Pipe Connector Replacement - Radiator

Transmission Fluid Cooler Pipe Connector Replacement - Radiator

Removal Procedure

1. Drain the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling (LY7, LZ4, Static Fill) Cooling System Draining and Filling (LAT Static Fill) Cooling System Draining and Filling (LE5 Static Fill) .
2. Remove the transaxle oil cooler hoses from the oil cooler fittings on the radiator. Refer to Automatic Transmission Oil Cooler Pipes Replacement (Service and Repair) .





Important: Do not remove the upper and lower transaxle oil cooler fittings from the radiator at the same time other wise the transaxle oil cooler will fall inside the radiator end tank.


3. Remove the oil cooler fitting from the radiator.



Installation Procedure

1. Inspect the new O-ring seals for cracks, cuts or damage. Replace if necessary.





Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice .


Important: The correct thread engagement is critical. Cross-threaded fittings can achieve proper tightness and still leak.


2. Install the oil cooler fitting to the radiator.

Tighten the fittings to 38 N.m (28 lb ft).

3. Install the transaxle oil cooler hoses to the oil cooler fittings on the radiator. Refer to Automatic Transmission Oil Cooler Pipes Replacement (Service and Repair) .
4. Fill the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling (LY7, LZ4, Static Fill) Cooling System Draining and Filling (LAT Static Fill) Cooling System Draining and Filling (LE5 Static Fill) .
5. Adjust the transmission fluid level.
6. Inspect for fluid leaks.