Removal Procedure

WARNING: Ensure that the vehicle is properly supported and squarely positioned. To help avoid personal injury when a vehicle is on a hoist, provide additional support for the vehicle on the opposite end from which the components are being removed.

Position the vehicle on a hoist and raise the hood.
Place a drain pan or suitable container under the vehicle.

Fig 1: Identifying Upper Transaxle Oil Cooler Line
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Disconnect the upper transaxle oil cooler line from the radiator.
Raise the vehicle. Refer to LIFTING AND JACKING THE VEHICLE .
Disconnect the lower transaxle oil cooler line.
Disengage the transaxle cooler lines from the fan shroud.

Fig 2: Identifying Transaxle Cooler Lines
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Remove the transaxle cooler line assembly nut (2) from the transaxle.
Remove the transaxle cooler lines (1) from the vehicle.
Replace the transaxle oil cooler pipe seals. Refer to the FLUID COOLER PIPE SEAL REPLACEMENT .