Transmission Fluid Cooler, Removing And Installing: Installing

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Install in the reverse order of removal while noting the following:

• Replace the O-rings -arrows- after removal.
• Coat the O-rings with transmission fluid before inserting to prevent the rings from being crushed during assembly.
• If there is damage to the sealing surface of the transmission fluid cooler it must be replaced.

-- Remove the screen -1- of the oil cooler carefully using a screwdriver and check for contamination.

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-- If necessary clean and clip in the screen again.

-- Carefully position the transmission fluid cooler -A-. At the same time pay attention to the sealing surface and the O-rings.

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-- Position the bolts -arrows- in steps diagonally.

-- Install the battery and battery tray, if removed. Refer to OVERVIEW - BATTERY .

-- Remove the air filter housing. Refer to AIR FILTER HOUSING, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

-- Check the transmission fluid level land fill. Refer to TRANSMISSION FLUID LEVEL, CHECKING .

-- Check the coolant level. Refer to COOLANT LEVEL, CHECKING AND FILLING .

-- Install the noise insulation. Refer to OVERVIEW - NOISE INSULATION .