Removal Procedure

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Remove the plastic caps from the quick connect fittings by pulling the caps back along the pipe before installation.

Fig 1: Generator Cooling Inlet Pipe

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Install the DT-47731 1/2 in. cooler line quick release tool onto the transmission oil cooler (TOC) pipe, or use the J 28585 universal snap ring remover for the 5/8 in. cooler line.

Fig 2: Sliding J 41623-B Toward Generator Cooling Inlet Pipe Fitting

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Slide the DT-47731 1/2 in. cooler line quick release tool toward the TOC pipe fitting, or use the J 28585 universal snap ring remover for the 5/8 in. cooler line.

Fig 3: Rotating J 41623-B On Coolant Pipe

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NOTE:

Rotate the DT-47731 1/2 in. cooler line quick release tool to engage the TOC pipe fitting's retainer slots.

The DT-47731 1/2 in. cooler line quick release tool should be nearly flush with the fitting.

Connect the DT-47731 1/2 in. cooler line quick release tool onto the TOC pipe fitting.

Fig 4: Identifying Retainer Clip

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Rotate the DT-47731 1/2 in. cooler line quick release tool or use the J 28585 universal snap ring remover for the 5/8 in. cooler line until the retainer clip (1) rises above the fitting retainer seat.

Fig 5: Generator Cooling Inlet Pipe

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Pull back on the TOC pipe to disengage the pipe from the TOC pipe fitting.
Remove the DT-47731 1/2 in. cooler line quick release tool or the J 28585 universal snap ring remover for the 5/8 in. cooler line from the TOC pipe.