Transmission Fluid Cooler Hose/Pipe Replacement LP1, LY7

Tools Required

J 44827 Transmission Cooler Quick Disconnect

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
2. Remove the front air deflector. Refer to Front Air Deflector Replacement in Body Front End.



3. Place an oil drain pan under the transmission fluid cooler pipes near the radiator.



4. Disconnect the transmission fluid cooler pipes from the transmission fluid cooler by using the J 44827 .



5. Remove the bolt securing the transmission fluid cooler pipes bracket to the engine.



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

1. Install the fluid cooler pipe assembly to the vehicle.



2. Connect the transmission fluid cooler pipes to the transmission fluid cooler at the radiator using the following steps:

2.1.	Push the transmission fluid cooler pipes into the quick connect fitting, until a "click" is heard.

2.2.	Tug gently on the transmission cooler pipes to ensure proper retention.




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

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

5. Install the bolt securing the transmission fluid cooler pipe retainer to the transmission.

Tighten
Tighten the transmission fluid cooler pipe retainer bolt to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).




6. Install the bolt securing the transmission fluid cooler pipes brace to the engine.

Tighten
Tighten the transmission fluid cooler pipes brace bolt to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).

7. Install the front air deflector. Refer to Front Air Deflector Replacement in Body Front End.
8. Lower the vehicle.
9. Inspect the transmission fluid level. Refer to Transmission Fluid Check .
10. Inspect for fluid leaks.