For 1990-2009 cars only
Removal Procedure
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
- Position the drain pan under the transaxle.
- Remove the lower radiator air deflector. Refer to Radiator Air Lower Baffle and Deflector Replacement in Engine Cooling.
- Disconnect the transmission oil cooler line from the quick connect fitting. Refer to Transmission Fluid Cooler Hose/Pipe Quick-Connect Fitting Disconnection and Connection .
- Remove the retaining bracket bolt (5) from the transaxle oil cooler hose/pipe retaining bracket (1).
- Remove the oil cooler pipes (3,4) from the oil cooler fittings (2).
- Remove the oil cooler pipes from the fittings at the radiator.
- Remove the oil cooler hose/pipes from the retaining clip.
- Remove the oil cooler hose/pipes from the vehicle.
Notice: Allow sufficient clearance around the transaxle oil cooler pipes and around the hoses to prevent damage or wear which may cause fluid loss.
Installation Procedure
- Connect the transmission oil cooler line to the quick connect fittings. Refer to Transmission Fluid Cooler Hose/Pipe Quick-Connect Fitting Disconnection and Connection .
- Install the oil cooler pipes (3,4) to the oil cooler fittings (2).
- Install the transaxle oil cooler hose/pipes retaining bracket bolt (5).
- Install the lower radiator air deflector. Refer to Radiator Air Lower Baffle and Deflector Replacement in Engine Cooling.
- Remove the drain pan from under the vehicle.
- Lower the vehicle.
- Adjust the fluid level.
- Inspect for proper completion of the repairs.
- Inspect for fluid leaks. Refer to Fluid Leak Diagnosis .
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.
Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 4 N·m (27 lb in).
Notice: Refer to Transmission Overfill Notice in the Preface section.
