Oil Cooler: Removal and Installation: Removal

Drain engine coolant from radiator drain plug at the bottom of radiator and from water drain plug on cylinder block. Refer to CHANGING ENGINE COOLANT and ENGINE UNIT: EXPLODED VIEW
NOTE: Perform this step only when removing water hoses.

NOTE: Cap or plug opening(s) to prevent fluid from spilling.
Disconnect water hoses from oil cooler, pinching water hoses near oil cooler to prevent engine coolant spilling.
CAUTION:
- Perform this step when engine is cold.
Remove oil filter. Refer to OIL FILTER: REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
Remove water hoses, brackets and water connector, as necessary.
NOTE: Cap or plug opening(s) to prevent fluid from spilling.
Remove connector bolt, oil cooler and O-ring.
CAUTION: Do not reuse O-ring.