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Engine Oil Cooler Hose/Pipe Replacement 6.0 L Engine

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 104739  Size: SH
  1. Perform the following steps on both the upper and lower radiator quick connect fittings:
  2. 1.1. Disengage the plastic caps from the quick connect fittings. Pull the caps back along the pipes.
    1.2. Hold one leg of the retaining clip.
    1.3. Using a small pick-type tool (or bent screwdriver) gently pry the other end of the retaining clip from the quick connect fitting.
    1.4. Rotate the retaining clip out of the quick connect fitting. Remove the retaining clip completely.
    1.5. Discard the OLD retaining clips.

    Object Number: 367011  Size: SH
  3. Remove the oil cooler pipes from the retainer clip.
  4. Gently pull the oil cooler pipe fittings straight out from the radiator quick connect fittings.
  5. Raise and suitably support the vehicle with safety stands. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.

  6. Object Number: 349061  Size: SH
  7. Remove the engine shield bolts.
  8. Remove the engine shield.

  9. Object Number: 688324  Size: SH
  10. Remove the oil cooler hose bracket bolt (1).
  11. Remove the oil cooler hose adapter bolts (2).
  12. Remove the oil cooler hose/pipe assembly and gasket. Discard the gasket.
  13. Inspect the fittings, connectors and cooler pipe for damage or distortion.

Installation Procedure

Important: 

   • Prior to the installation of the engine oil cooler hose/pipe assembly, install NEW retaining clips to the quick connect fittings.
   • Ensure that the oil cooler hose/pie assembly being installed has plastic caps on the ends of the pipes. If no plastic caps exist, or the plastic cap is damaged, obtain a new cap. Install the cap on to the cooler line prior to cooler line installation.


    Object Number: 104741  Size: SH
  1. Do not install the NEW retaining clips onto the fitting by pushing on the clip.

  2. Object Number: 104743  Size: SH

    Important: Failure to properly install the retaining clip could cause the cooler line to come loose and cause damage to the engine.

  3. Install the NEW retaining clip into the quick connect fitting by using your thumb and forefinger. Insert the new retaining clip into one of the three fitting recesses. Ensure that the retaining clip is engaged in all 3 slots.

  4. Object Number: 104746  Size: SH
  5. With one end of the retaining clip engaged in the connector fitting slot, use your thumb in order to rotate the retaining clip around the connector fitting, until the retaining clip snaps into place.
  6. Ensure that the 3 retaining clips ears are seen from inside the fitting and that the retaining clip moves freely in the fitting slots.
  7. Install NEW retaining clips into the remaining quick connect fittings.

  8. Object Number: 688324  Size: SH
  9. Install the oil cooler hose/pipe assembly and a NEW gasket.
  10. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  11. Remove the oil cooler hose adapter bolts (2).
  12. Tighten
    Tighten the oil cooler hose adapter bolts to 12 N·m (106 lb in).

  13. Remove the oil cooler hose bracket bolt (1).
  14. Tighten
    Tighten the oil cooler hose bracket bolt to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).


    Object Number: 349061  Size: SH
  15. Install the engine shield.
  16. Install the engine shield bolts.
  17. Tighten
    Tighten the engine shield bolts to 20 N·m (15 lb ft).


    Object Number: 367011  Size: SH
  18. Lower the vehicle.
  19. Important: A distinct snap should be heard when assembling cooler pipe fittings to the quick connect fittings. To insure the pipe is fully inserted into the quick connect fitting, check by giving the pipe a forceful tug.

  20. Firmly push the oil cooler pipe fittings straight into the radiator quick connect fittings.
  21. Install the oil cooler pipes to the retaining clip.

  22. Object Number: 104753  Size: SH
  23. Install the plastic caps onto the quick connect fittings.
  24. Important: 

       • Do not use the plastic cap in order to install the cooler line into the fitting.
       • Do not manually depress the retaining clip when installing the plastic cap.

  25. Snap the plastic cap onto the quick connect fitting.
  26. Ensure that the plastic cap is fully seated against the fitting.

  27. Object Number: 104754  Size: SH
  28. Ensure that no gap is present between the cap and the fitting.

  29. Object Number: 104753  Size: SH
  30. Ensure that the yellow identification band on the pipe is hidden within the quick connect fitting. A hidden yellow identification band indicates proper joint seating.
  31. Run the engine. Inspect the engine oil cooling system for leaks.
  32. Inspect the engine oil level. Add oil if necessary.

Engine Oil Cooler Hose/Pipe Replacement 8.1 L Engine

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 104739  Size: SH
  1. Perform the following steps on both the upper and lower radiator quick connect fittings:
  2. 1.1. Disengage the plastic caps from the quick connect fittings. Pull the caps back along the pipes.
    1.2. Hold one leg of the retaining clip.
    1.3. Using a small pick-type tool (or bent screwdriver) gently pry the other end of the retaining clip from the quick connect fitting.
    1.4. Rotate the retaining clip out of the quick connect fitting. Remove the retaining clip completely.
    1.5. Discard the OLD retaining clips.

    Object Number: 721990  Size: SH
  3. Remove the oil cooler pipes from the retainer clip.
  4. Gently pull the oil cooler pipe fittings straight out from the radiator quick connect fittings.
  5. Raise and suitably support the vehicle with safety stands. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.

  6. Object Number: 349061  Size: SH
  7. Remove the engine shield bolts.
  8. Remove the engine shield.

  9. Object Number: 751495  Size: SH
  10. Remove the engine harness clips (2) from the lower oil cooler pipe.

  11. Object Number: 751497  Size: SH
  12. Remove the oil cooler pipe clip bolt.
  13. Perform the following steps on both the engine block quick connect fittings:
  14. 9.1. Disengage the plastic caps from the quick connect fittings. Pull the caps back along the pipes.
    9.2. Hold one leg of the retaining clip.
    9.3. Using a small pick-type tool (or bent screwdriver) gently pry the other end of the retaining clip from the quick connect fitting.
    9.4. Rotate the retaining clip out of the quick connect fitting. Remove the retaining clip completely.
    9.5. Discard the OLD retaining clips.
  15. Gently pull the oil cooler pipe fittings straight out from the engine block quick connect fittings.
  16. Remove the engine oil cooler hose/pipe assembly from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure

Important: 

   • Prior to the installation of the engine oil cooler hose/pipe assembly, install NEW retaining clips to the quick connect fittings.
   • Ensure that the oil cooler hose/pie assembly being installed has plastic caps on the ends of the pipes. If no plastic caps exist, or the plastic cap is damaged, obtain a new cap. Install the cap on to the cooler line prior to cooler line installation.


    Object Number: 104741  Size: SH
  1. Do not install the NEW retaining clips onto the fitting by pushing on the clip.

  2. Object Number: 104743  Size: SH

    Important: Failure to properly install the retaining clip could cause the cooler line to come loose and cause damage to the engine.

  3. Install the NEW retaining clip into the quick connect fitting by using your thumb and forefinger. Insert the new retaining clip into one of the three fitting recesses. Ensure that the retaining clip is engaged in all 3 slots.

  4. Object Number: 104746  Size: SH
  5. With one end of the retaining clip engaged in the connector fitting slot, use your thumb in order to rotate the retaining clip around the connector fitting, until the retaining clip snaps into place.
  6. Ensure that the 3 retaining clips ears are seen from inside the fitting and that the retaining clip moves freely in the fitting slots.
  7. Install NEW retaining clips into the remaining quick connect fittings.

  8. Object Number: 751497  Size: SH
  9. Install the engine oil cooler hose/pipe assembly to the vehicle.
  10. Important: A distinct snap should be heard when assembling cooler pipe fittings to the quick connect fittings. To insure the pipe is fully inserted into the quick connect fitting, check by giving the pipe a forceful tug.

  11. Firmly push the oil cooler pipe fittings straight into the engine block quick connect fittings.
  12. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  13. Install the oil cooler pipe clip bolt.
  14. Tighten
    Tighten the oil cooler pipe clip bolt to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).


    Object Number: 751495  Size: SH
  15. Install the engine harness clips (2) to the lower pipe.

  16. Object Number: 349061  Size: SH
  17. Install the engine shield.
  18. Install the engine shield bolts.
  19. Tighten
    Tighten the engine shield bolts to 20 N·m (15 lb ft).


    Object Number: 721990  Size: SH
  20. Lower the vehicle.
  21. Important: A distinct snap should be heard when assembling cooler pipe fittings to the quick connect fittings. To insure the pipe is fully inserted into the quick connect fitting, check by giving the pipe a forceful tug.

  22. Firmly push the oil cooler pipe fittings straight into the radiator quick connect fittings.
  23. Install the oil cooler pipes to the retaining clip.

  24. Object Number: 104753  Size: SH
  25. Install the plastic caps onto the quick connect fittings.
  26. Important: 

       • Do not use the plastic cap in order to install the cooler line into the fitting.
       • Do not manually depress the retaining clip when installing the plastic cap.

  27. Snap the plastic cap onto the quick connect fitting.
  28. Ensure that the plastic cap is fully seated against the fitting.

  29. Object Number: 104754  Size: SH
  30. Ensure that no gap is present between the cap and the fitting.

  31. Object Number: 104753  Size: SH
  32. Ensure that the yellow identification band on the pipe is hidden within the quick connect fitting. A hidden yellow identification band indicates proper joint seating.
  33. Run the engine. Inspect the engine oil cooling system for leaks.
  34. Inspect the engine oil level. Add oil if necessary.