Transmission Fluid Cooler Hoses: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mercury Mountaineer and 2005 Ford Explorer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position the vehicle on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING AND LIFTING .

NOTE: If equipped, remove the safety retainer from the connector.

Disconnect the cooler line.
- If equipped, use the special tool to disconnect the quick connect coupler.
- If equipped, loosen and remove the screw clamp from the hose.
  
  Fig 1: Disconnecting Cooler Line
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

NOTE: Use side cutter pliers to cut the hose clamps.

Fig 2: Removing Fluid Cooler Hoses From Fluid Cooler

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Remove the fluid cooler hoses from the fluid cooler.