Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 GMC Yukon XL, 2003 Chevrolet Suburban, and 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the grille assembly. Refer to GRILLE REPLACEMENT (CADILLAC) or GRILLE REPLACEMENT (AVALANCHE) in Exterior Trim.
- Remove the transmission fluid cooler hose from the Auxiliary oil cooler. Refer to TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER LINE QUICK CONNECT FITTING
- Remove the transmission fluid cooler hose from the radiator. Refer to TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER LINE QUICK CONNECT FITTING
- Raise the vehicle. Refer to LIFTING AND JACKING THE VEHICLE in General Information.
- Remove the engine protection shield. Refer to Engine Protection Shield Replacement in Frame and Underbody.
- Remove the transmission fluid cooler hoses from the transmission. Refer to TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER LINE QUICK CONNECT FITTING
- Remove the transmission fluid cooler hoses from the retainer on the engine.
- Remove the transmission fluid cooler hoses from the vehicle.