GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Cadillac 🢒 2009 🢒 XLR 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Cooling 🢒 Engine Oil Cooler Connector Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
  2. Remove the wheelhouse panel. Refer to Front Wheelhouse Liner Replacement.

    3. Object Number: 1739056 Size: SH
  3. Install oil drain pan under the vehicle.
  4. Remove the engine oil cooler hose/pipe from the external oil cooler. Refer to Generator Cooling Pipe/Hose Quick Connect Fitting.

    5. Object Number: 1739075 Size: SH
  5. Remove the external engine oil cooler quick connect fitting.
  6. Remove and discard all engine oil cooler hose/pipe seals.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 1739075 Size: SH
  1. Install new engine oil cooler hose/pipe seals.

    2. Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

  2. Install the external engine oil cooler quick connect fitting and tighten to 18 N·m (13 lb ft).

    3. Object Number: 1739056 Size: SH

    Note: The quick connect fitting must be pushed on and then pulled back to verify proper connector engagement.

  3. Install the engine oil cooler hose/pipes to the external oil cooler. Refer to Generator Cooling Pipe/Hose Quick Connect Fitting.
  4. Remove the oil drain pan from under the vehicle.
  5. Install the wheelhouse panel. Refer to Front Wheelhouse Liner Replacement.
  6. Refill the engine with oil and check for leaks.