Transmission Fluid Cooler Tubes: 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 it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING AND LIFTING .
Use a backup wrench to hold the case fitting securely. Disconnect the fluid cooler fittings.

Fig 1: Disconnecting Fluid Cooler Fittings
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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 2: Disconnecting Cooler Line
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Remove the transmission cooler line bracket nut.

Fig 3: Removing Transmission Cooler Line Bracket Nut
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Remove the transmission cooler line bracket from the stud.

Fig 4: Removing Transmission Cooler Line Bracket From Stud
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NOTE: 4x4 vehicle shown; 4x2 vehicle similar.

Fig 5: Removing Both Transmission Cooler Lines

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Remove both transmission cooler lines from the vehicle.
Remove the fluid cooler tube brackets.
1. Bend the tabs open to remove the bracket.
2. Remove the bracket.
  
  Fig 6: Removing Fluid Cooler Tube Brackets
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Remove the fluid cooler tube bracket.

Fig 7: Removing Fluid Cooler Tube Bracket
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