Item 11: Transmission Cooler and A/C Tubes Removal Note

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Mercury Mountaineer and 2004 Ford Explorer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Disconnect the transmission cooler tubes.
- Remove the safety retainers from the transmission cooler tubes.
- Using the special tool, disconnect the quick coupler.
- If equipped, loosen and remove the screw clamp from the hose.
Fig 1: Disconnecting Transmission Cooler Tubes
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the A/C tube brackets from the engine front cover.

Fig 2: Removing A/C Tube Brackets From Engine Front Cover
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.