Transmission Fluid Cooler Tubes - 6 Speed: Installation

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Install new O-rings on the transmission-mounted fluid cooler tubes.

Fig 1: Locating O-Rings
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Install the transmission-mounted fluid cooler tubes.
- Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
  
  Fig 2: Locating Bolts
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Position the transmission fluid cooler tubes in place and install the retainer.

Fig 3: Locating Transmission Fluid Cooler Tubes Retainers
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Install the transmission fluid cooler tubes in the retainers.

Fig 4: Locating Transmission Fluid Cooler Tubes Retainers
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NOTE: The power steering hose is routed between the 2 transmission fluid cooler hoses.

Fig 5: Locating Transmission Fluid Cooler Hoses

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Position the transmission fluid cooler hoses in place.

CAUTION: Use care not to over stretch or extend the hose clamps.

CAUTION: The hose clamps are held on the hose with a special epoxy. Damage may occur to the hose if the clamp is removed from the hose. If the clamp or hose is damaged, replace the entire fluid cooler tube.

Fig 6: Locating Hose Clamps

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Connect the transmission fluid cooler hoses to the transmission-mounted fluid cooler tubes.
Install the lower transmission fluid cooler tube in the radiator.
- Tighten to 30 Nm (22 lb-ft).
  
  Fig 7: Locating Lower Transmission Fluid Cooler Tube
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Install the front splash shield.
1. Position the splash shield in place and install the 2 screws.
2. Install the fasteners.
3. Install the 4 bolts.
  
  Fig 8: Identifying Front Splash Shield Screws, Bolts And Retainers
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If equipped, install the 7 bolts and the splash shield.

Fig 9: Locating Underbody Cover Screws
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Install the upper transmission fluid cooler tube in the radiator.
- Tighten to 30 Nm (22 lb-ft).
  
  Fig 10: Locating Upper Transmission Fluid Cooler Tube
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Remove the fluid fill plug.

Fig 11: Locating Fluid Fill Plug
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NOTE: Transmission fluid level at normal operating temperature is between the top 2 marks on the fluid level indicator.

Fig 12: Locating Temperature Marks On Fluid Level Indicator

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Check the transmission fluid level and add automatic transmission fluid as necessary.
Install the fluid fill plug.
- Tighten to 39 Nm (29 lb-ft).
  
  Fig 13: Locating Fluid Fill Plug
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