External ATF Cooler Kit Installation

1. Disconnect negative battery cable.

2. Remove left side splash shield.

3. Remove front bumper cover and bumper according to Workshop Manual (section 09-10-5).

NOTE:
It is necessary to remove the bumper to gain access to the bracket installation hole according to: STEP 3 of the Oil Pipe Bracket Installation procedure in this bulletin.

4. Remove plastic seal plate at the left side of the bumper and replace with modified part from External ATF Cooler kit.

5. Drain engine coolant and remove radiator according to Workshop Manual (section 01-12-4).

CAUTION:
Radiator MUST be replaced with modified part from External ATF Cooler kit. Failure to replace radiator may result in transmission failure.

6. Temporarily install oil cooler into position at left front of vehicle.





7. Align mounting tabs on left side of cooler with existing mounting holes located on cross member center support for hood latch.

8. Install two(2) 6x25 mm bolts and temporarily tighten.

9. Using a center punch, make a mark at the center of the two remaining mounting tab holes.

10. Remove two(2) 6x25 mm bolts (installed in STEP 8) and oil cooler.

11. Using a 7 mm (9/32") drill bit, drill 2 holes in the mounting locations marked in STEP 9.

12. To prevent rust, apply a small amount of silicone or anti corrosion to the holes.

13. Reinstall oil cooler.





14. Install lower right mounting bolt using backing nut with L shaped bracket by inserting the nut through the slot to the right of the mounting hole

15. Install upper right mounting bolt using one of the 6 mm flange nuts.

NOTE:
On 2000-01 model year vehicles, install the left side mounting tab to the center stay using a 25 mm bolt.

On 1998-99 model year vehicles, do not install the left side mounting bolt at this time. A longer 35 mm bolt will be installed with the bumper cover in a later step.

16. Proceed to Oil Pipe Bracket Installation procedure.