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Transmission Fluid Cooler Tubes - Aisin AW21: Installation

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  1. Install new O-rings on the transmission fluid cooler tubes.
    Fig 1: Locating Transmission Fluid Cooler Tubes O-rings
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  2. Install the transmission fluid cooler tubes.
    • Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
      Fig 2: Locating Transmission Fluid Cooler Tubes Mounting Bolt
      G07786201Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Position the transmission fluid cooler tubes in place and install the retainer.
    Fig 3: Locating Transmission Fluid Cooler Tubes Mounting Clip
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  4. Install the transmission fluid cooler tubes in the retainers.
    Fig 4: Locating Transmission Fluid Cooler Tubes Retainers
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  5. 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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  6. Position the transmission fluid cooler hoses in place.
  7. NOTE: Use care not to overstretch or extend the hose clamps as damage may occur to the hose clamp and cause a leak.
    NOTE: 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, install a new fluid cooler tube.
    Fig 6: Locating Transmission Fluid Cooler Hoses Mounting Clip
    G07786205Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. Connect the transmission fluid cooler hoses to the transmission fluid cooler tubes.
  9. Install the lower transmission fluid cooler tube in the radiator.
    • Tighten to 20 Nm (177 lb-in).
      Fig 7: Locating Lower Transmission Fluid Cooler Tube Mounting Nut
      G07786206Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  10. Install the front splash shield.
    1. Position the splash shield in place and install the 2 screws.
    2. Install the 4 retainers.
    3. Install the 4 bolts.
      Fig 8: Identifying Front Splash Shield Retainers And Bolts
      G07786207Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  11. Install the bolts and the splash shield.
    Fig 9: Locating Splash Shield Mounting Bolts
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  12. Install the upper transmission fluid cooler tube in the radiator.
    • Tighten to 20 Nm (177 lb-in).
      Fig 10: Locating Upper Transmission Fluid Cooler Tube Mounting Nut
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  13. Remove the transmission fluid fill plug.
    Fig 11: Locating Transmission Fluid Fill Plug
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  14. NOTE: Transmission fluid level at normal operating temperature is between the top 2 marks on the fluid level indicator.
    Fig 12: Locating Transmission Fluid Level Marks On Fluid Level Indicator
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  15. Check the transmission fluid level and add transmission fluid as necessary.
  16. Install the transmission fluid fill plug.
    • Tighten to 39 Nm (29 lb-ft).
      Fig 13: Locating Transmission Fluid Fill Plug
      G06263965Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.