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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Saturn 🢒 2004 🢒 VUE - FWD 🢒 Transmission/Transaxle 🢒 Automatic Transmission - VT25-E 🢒 Transmission Fluid Cooler Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 948926 Size: SH
  1. Place a drain pan or suitable container under the vehicle.
  2. Remove the front fascia. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Replacement in Bumpers.
  3. Remove the battery box inlet air duct.

    4. Object Number: 948958 Size: SH
  4. Remove the condenser radiator fan module (CRFM) closeout panel retainers from the condenser.
  5. Remove the CRFM closeout panel from the condenser.

    6. Object Number: 949047 Size: MH
  6. Lift the condenser while holding the upper retention tabs forward.
  7. Position the condenser away from the radiator.

    8. Object Number: 1340586 Size: SH
  8. Disconnect the transmission cooler liners from the transmission cooler.
  9. Remove the transmission cooler bolt from the radiator.

    10. Object Number: 1340573 Size: SH
  10. Lift the transmission cooler while holding the upper retention tabs forward.
  11. Remove the transmission cooler from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 1340573 Size: SH
  1. Install the transmission cooler to the vehicle. Press down to engage the upper retention tabs.

    2. Object Number: 1340586 Size: SH

    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.

  2. Install the transmission cooler bolt to the radiator.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the bolt to 8 N·m (71 lb in).

  3. Connect the transmission cooler liners to the transmission cooler.

    4. Object Number: 949047 Size: MH
  4. Install the condenser to the radiator. Press down to engage the upper retention tabs.

    5. Object Number: 948958 Size: SH
  5. Install the CRFM closeout panel to the condenser.
  6. Install the CRFM closeout panel retainers to the condenser.

    7. Object Number: 948926 Size: SH
  7. Install the battery box inlet air duct.
  8. Install the front fascia. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Replacement in Bumpers.

    9. Important: Do not use ATF P/N 21005966 or P/N 21019223. These fluids are not compatible with this transmission. Use Saturn DEX-CVT® fluid P/N 22688912.

  9. Add fluid to the transmission as necessary. Refer to Transmission Fluid Replacement .
  10. Start the engine and inspect for leaks.