Diesel Data: Automotive Repair

Removal

ATF Cooler Pipe and Hose

REMOVAL

1) Set the vehicle on a lift.
2) Lift up the vehicle.
3) Remove the under cover.
4) Disconnect the ATF cooler hose from the radiator.

NOTE:
^ Do not use a screwdriver or other pointed tools.
^ If it is hard to remove the hose, wrap the hose with cloth to prevent from damaging it, and while turning with pliers, pull straight out by hand.





5) Disconnect the ATF cooler hoses from the pipes.

NOTE:
^ Do not use a screwdriver or other pointed tools.
^ If it is hard to remove the hose, wrap the hose with cloth to prevent from damaging it, and while turning with pliers, pull straight out by hand.





6) Remove the front bumper.
7) Remove the ATF filter inlet and outlet hoses.





8) Remove the bolts securing the ATF cooler pipe, and remove the ATF cooler hose.





9) Disconnect the ATF cooler pipe from frame.





10) Remove the ATF inlet pipe and outlet pipe.

NOTE:
When disconnecting the outlet pipe, be careful not to lose the ball and spring used together with retaining screw.