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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

  1. Drain the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling.
  2. Remove the transaxle oil cooler hoses from the oil cooler fittings on the radiator. Refer to Transmission Fluid Cooler Hose/Pipe Quick-Connect Fitting Disconnection and Connection.

  3. Object Number: 2027429  Size: SH

    Note: Do not remove the upper and lower transaxle oil cooler fittings from the radiator at the same time other wise the transaxle oil cooler will fall inside the radiator end tank.

  4. Remove the oil cooler fitting (1) and the O-ring (2) from the radiator.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 2027429  Size: SH
  1. Inspect the new O-ring (2) seals for cracks, cuts or damage. Replace if necessary.
  2. Caution: Refer to Component Fastener Tightening Caution in the Preface section.

    Note: The correct thread engagement is critical. Cross-threaded fittings can achieve proper tightness and still leak.

  3. Install the oil cooler fitting (1) to the radiator and tighten to XX N·m (XX lb ft).
  4. Install the transaxle oil cooler hoses to the oil cooler fittings on the radiator. Refer to Transmission Fluid Cooler Hose/Pipe Quick-Connect Fitting Disconnection and Connection.
  5. Fill the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling.
  6. Adjust the transmission fluid level. Refer to Transmission Fluid Check.
  7. Inspect for fluid leaks.