Oil Cooler, Removing And Installing: Installing

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Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following:

Note the installation position of the bracket -1- on the oil cooler.

Fig 1: Identifying Tabs -Arrows- On Bracket -1- And Bolt -2-

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The tabs -arrows- on the bracket -1- must face forward toward the oil cooler.

-- Install the bracket -1- using the bolt -2-.

-- Slide the intake and return hoses onto the bracket -1- as far as the stop.

NOTE:

Secure all hose connections with hose clamps appropriate to the model. Refer to the Parts Information.

For the correct type of power steering fluid. Refer to the Parts Information.

-- Check the hydraulic fluid level and fill if necessary. Refer to POWER STEERING, CHECKING FLUID LEVEL .

-- Bleed the steering system and check for leaks. Refer to POWER STEERING SYSTEM, BLEEDING .

Tightening Specification

Component	Tightening specification
Bracket to oil cooler	9 Nm