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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 396817  Size: SH
  1. Remove the front grille. Refer to Grille Replacement .
  2. Disconnect the auxiliary transmission fluid cooler lines from the auxiliary oil cooler. Refer to Transmission Fluid Cooler Hose/Pipe Quick-Connect Fitting Disconnection and Connection .

  3. Object Number: 1488801  Size: SH
  4. Disconnect the transmission fluid cooler lines from the radiator. Refer to Transmission Fluid Cooler Hose/Pipe Quick-Connect Fitting Disconnection and Connection .
  5. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  6. Remove the engine protection shield. Refer to Engine Protection Shield Replacement .

  7. Object Number: 396804  Size: SH
  8. Disconnect the oil cooler lines from the transmission. Refer to Transmission Fluid Cooler Hose/Pipe Quick-Connect Fitting Disconnection and Connection .
  9. Remove the oil cooler lines from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 396804  Size: SH
  1. Install the transmission oil cooler lines to the vehicle.
  2. Connect the cooling lines to the transmission. Refer to Transmission Fluid Cooler Hose/Pipe Quick-Connect Fitting Disconnection and Connection .

  3. Object Number: 1488801  Size: SH
  4. Install the engine protection shield. Refer to Engine Protection Shield Replacement .
  5. Lower the vehicle.
  6. Connect the transmission fluid cooler lines from the radiator. Refer to Transmission Fluid Cooler Hose/Pipe Quick-Connect Fitting Disconnection and Connection .

  7. Object Number: 396817  Size: SH
  8. Connect the transmission fluid cooler hose to the Auxiliary oil cooler. Refer to Transmission Fluid Cooler Hose/Pipe Quick-Connect Fitting Disconnection and Connection .
  9. Install the front grille. Refer to Grille Replacement .