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Fluid Line/Hose: Testing and Inspection

ATF Cooler Pipe and Hose

INSPECTION

Repair or replace any faulty hoses, pipes, clips, and washers found in the inspection below.
1) Check for ATF leaks in joints between the transmission, radiator, ATF pipes and each ATF hose.
2) Check clips for deformation.
3) Lightly bend each ATF hose and check for cracks in the surface or other damages.
4) Pinch each ATF hose with your fingers and check for poor elasticity. Also check for poor elasticity in the parts where the clip was installed by pressing with your fingernail.
5) Check for peeling, cracks, and deformation at the tip of each ATF hose.