Fluid Line/Hose: Service and Repair

Transmission Fluid Cooler Hose/Pipe Replacement

Tools Required
^ J44827 Transmission Cooler Quick Disconnect

Removal Procedure
1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the front air deflector.





3. Remove the wiring harness retainer (2) from the transmission fluid cooler pipes brace (1).





4. Remove the bolt securing the transmission fluid cooler pipes brace to the engine.
5. Place an oil drain pan under the transmission fluid cooler pipes.





6. Disconnect the fluid cooler hoses from the transmission fluid cooler by using the J44827.





7. Remove the bolt securing the transmission fluid cooler pipe retainer to the transmission.
8. Remove the transmission fluid cooler pipes from the transmission, and position aside.
9. Remove the O-rings. Do not reuse the O-rings.





10. Remove the fluid cooler pipe assembly from the vehicle.





11. Remove the transmission fluid inlet pipe (1) from the retainer (2).

Installation Procedure





1. Hook the retainer (2) over the transmission fluid inlet pipe (1).





2. Install the fluid cooler pipe assembly to the vehicle.
3. Connect the fluid cooler lines to the transmission fluid cooler using the following steps.
3.1. Push the transaxle fluid cooler pipe into the quick connect fitting, until a "click" is heard.
3.2. Tug gently on the cooler pipe to ensure proper retention.





4. Place NEW seals over the transmission fluid cooler pipes.
5. Insert the transmission fluid cooler pipes into the transmission.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

6. Install the bolt securing the transmission fluid cooler pipe retainer to the transmission.
Tighten the transmission fluid cooler pipe retainer bolt to 25 Nm (18 ft. lbs.).





7. Install the bolt securing the transmission fluid cooler pipes brace to the engine.
Tighten the transmission fluid cooler pipes brace bolt to 50 Nm (37 ft. lbs.).





8. Install the wiring harness retainer (2) to the transmission fluid cooler pipes brace (1).
9. Install the front air deflector.
10. Lower the vehicle.
11. Check the transmission fluid level.
12. Inspect for fluid leaks.