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Transmission Fluid Cooler Tubes - Aisin AW21: Removal

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NOTE: The use of any transmission fluid other than what is recommended for this transaxle will cause transaxle damage.
  1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING article.
  2. Disconnect the upper transmission fluid cooler tube from the radiator.
    Fig 1: Locating Upper Transmission Fluid Cooler Tube Mounting Nut
    G06275533Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Remove the bolts and the splash shield.
    Fig 2: Locating Splash Shield Mounting Bolts
    G06275534Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Remove the front splash shield.
    1. Remove the 2 screws.
    2. Remove the 4 retainers.
    3. Remove the 4 bolts and the splash shield.
      Fig 3: Identifying Front Splash Shield Screws And Retainers
      G06275535Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Disconnect the lower transmission fluid cooler tube from the radiator.
    Fig 4: Locating Lower Transmission Fluid Cooler Tube
    G06275536Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    6. 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 5: Locating Transmission Fluid Cooler Hoses Mounting Clip
    G07786196Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Disconnect the transmission fluid cooler hoses from the transmission fluid cooler tubes.
  7. Remove the 2 bolts and remove the transmission fluid cooler tubes.
    Fig 6: Locating Transmission Fluid Cooler Tubes Mounting Bolt
    G07786197Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    8. NOTE: When removing the transmission fluid cooler tubes from the retainers, do not remove the retainers from the shroud.
    Fig 7: Locating Transmission Fluid Cooler Tubes Retainers
    G07786198Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. Remove the transmission fluid cooler tubes from the retainers.
  9. Remove the transmission fluid cooler tube retainer and remove the transmission fluid cooler tubes.
    Fig 8: Identifying Transmission Fluid Cooler Tubes With Retainer
    G07786199Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
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