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Removal Procedure

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    Fig 1: Locating Cooler Fittings
    GM71418Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  2. Remove the catalytic converter. Refer to Catalytic Converter Replacement in Engine Exhaust.
  3. Remove the right side muffler. Refer to Muffler Replacement - Right in Engine Exhaust.
  4. Remove the driveline tunnel closeout panel. Refer to Driveline Tunnel Closeout Panel Replacement in Propeller Shaft.
  5. Disconnect the transmission oil cooler (TOC) rear upper and lower pipe fittings from the junction fittings at the engine flywheel housing, then cap the pipes and plug the junction fittings to prevent contamination.
  6. Fig 2: TOC Rear Upper & Lower Pipe Fittings
    GM71414Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Disconnect the TOC rear upper and lower pipe fittings from the transmission fittings, then cap the pipes and plug the transmission fittings to prevent contamination.
  8. Fig 3: TOC Rear Pipe & Rear Clip
    GM71415Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Remove the TOC rear pipe rear clip.
  10. Fig 4: TOC Rear Pipe Front, Rear Clamp & Bolts
    GM71416Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  11. Remove the TOC rear pipe middle clip.
  12. Remove the TOC rear pipe front and rear clamp bolts and clamps.
  13. Remove the TOC rear pipes from the vehicle.