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Transmission Fluid Cooler Tubes - 6F35: Installation

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  1. Install the transmission fluid cooler tubes in the transaxle by inserting the tube into the fitting until a click is heard/felt. Pull back to confirm connection is secure and position them in the retainer mounted on the main control cover studbolts.
    Fig 1: Locating Outboard Side Wire Harness Retainer & Connector
    G06275567Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Install the 2 transmission fluid cooler tube secondary latches.
    Fig 2: Locating Transmission Fluid Cooler Tube Secondary Latches
    G06275565Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Position the transmission fluid cooler tubes in the retainers and close the 2 transmission fluid cooler tube retainers.
    Fig 3: Positioning Transmission Fluid Cooler Tubes In Retainers
    G06275569Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Install the battery and battery tray. For additional information, refer to BATTERY AND BATTERY TRAY, ALL OTHER VEHICLES .
  5. Install the ACL  and the outlet pipe. For additional information, refer to REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (2.5L) or REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (3.0L 4V) .
  6. Position the transmission fluid cooler tubes in place in the vehicle and install the retainer.
    Fig 4: Locating Transmission Fluid Cooler Tube Retainer
    G06275540Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Position the transmission fluid cooler tubes in the retainers and close the retainers.
    Fig 5: Checking For An Open In Hall-Effect Sensor Signal, Deploy Or Stow Circuit
    G06275571Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. Connect the transmission fluid cooler tubes by inserting the tube into the fitting until a click is heard/felt. Pull back to confirm that the connection is secure.
    Fig 6: Locating Transmission Fluid Cooler Tubes
    G06275572Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  9. Install the transmission fluid cooler tube secondary latches.
    Fig 7: Locating Transmission Fluid Cooler Tube Secondary Latches
    G06275560Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  10. Install the lower transmission fluid cooler tube in the radiator.
    • Tighten to 20 Nm (177 lb-in).
    Fig 8: Locating Lower Transmission Fluid Cooler Tube
    G06275536Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  11. Install the radiator splash shield
    1. Install the 6 screws.
    2. Install the 4 retainers.
    Fig 9: Identifying Radiator Splash Shield Retainers
    G06275558Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  12. If equipped, install the bolts and the splash shield.
    Fig 10: Locating Splash Shield Bolts
    G06275534Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  13. Install the upper transmission fluid cooler tube in the radiator.
    • Tighten to 20 Nm (177 lb-in).
    Fig 11: Locating Upper Transmission Fluid Cooler Tube
    G06275533Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  14. Fill the transmission fluid level to the correct level. For additional information, refer to TRANSMISSION FLUID DRAIN AND REFILL .