Fluid Line/Hose: Service and Repair
Oil Cooler Line Replacement
Removal Procedure
1. Place a drain pan or suitable container under the vehicle.
2. Clean the cooler line connection points at the radiator and transmission.
3. Disconnect the transmission oil cooler lines from the radiator.
4. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
5. Remove the transmission oil cooler line assembly nut from the transmission.
6. Remove the transmission oil cooler lines from the vehicle.
Installation Procedure
1. Install the oil cooler line assembly to the transmission.
2. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
Install the oil cooler line assembly nut.
^ Tighten the lines to 7 Nm (62 inch lbs.).
3. Lower the vehicle.
4. Install the transmission oil cooler lines to the radiator.
^ Tighten the cooler line fittings to 16 Nm (12 ft. lbs.).
5. Important: Do not use ATF P/N 21005966 or P/N 21019223. These fluids are not compatible with this transmission. Use Saturn DEX-CVT(r) fluid P/N 22688912.
Add fluid to the transmission as necessary. Refer to Transmission Fluid Replacement.
6. Start the engine and inspect for leaks.