Transmission Fluid Cooler Lower Pipe Replacement - Intermediate

Transmission Fluid Cooler Lower Pipe Replacement - Intermediate

Removal Procedure

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the driveline tunnel closeout panel.
3. Install a drain pan under the vehicle.

Important:
* The front transmission fluid cooler pipes connect to the rear transmission fluid cooler pipes near at the rear of the engine next to the starter motor.

* Cap or plug the open transmission fluid cooler pipes immediately to prevent system contamination.




Disconnect the intermediate transmission fluid cooler lower pipe from the front transmission fluid cooler lower pipe.




4. Disconnect the intermediate transmission fluid cooler lower pipe from the rear transmission lower pipe.




5. Remove the transmission fluid cooler pipes clip.




6. Remove the transmission fluid cooler pipe retaining bolts from the driveline support.

Important: Spread the clamps holding the two pipes together to remove the pipe from the vehicle.

7. Remove the intermediate transmission fluid cooler lower pipe from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure




1. Connect the intermediate transmission fluid cooler lower pipe to the rear transmission lower pipe.




2. Connect the intermediate transmission fluid cooler lower pipe to the front transmission fluid cooler lower pipe.




3. Install the transmission fluid cooler pipes clip.





Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

4. Install the transmission fluid cooler pipe retaining bolts to the driveline support.

Tighten the bolt to 12 N.m (9 lb ft).

5. Check the transmission fluid level, add fluid if necessary.
6. Remove the drain pan.
7. Install the driveline tunnel closeout panel.
8. Lower the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.