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Removal Procedure

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NOTE: Allow sufficient clearance around the transaxle oil cooler pipes and around the hoses to prevent damage or wear which may cause fluid loss.
  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  2. Position the drain pan.
  3. Remove the transaxle oil cooler pipe at the transaxle.
  4. Remove the transaxle oil cooler pipe fittings at the radiator.
  5. Remove the transaxle oil cooler pipe clip bolt.
    Fig 1: Identifying Transaxle Oil Cooler Pipe Clip Bolt
    GM406285Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Remove the transaxle oil cooler pipes.
    Fig 2: Transaxle Oil Cooler Pipes
    GM161040Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.