Oil Cooler: Removal

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With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position on a hoist.
Drain the engine cooling system. For additional information, refer to ENGINE COOLING .
Drain the engine oil.

Fig 1: Identifying Drain Plug
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Remove the left engine support insulator. For additional information, refer to ENGINE SUPPORT INSULATORS .
Disconnect the coolant hoses.

Fig 2: Disconnecting Coolant Hoses
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Remove the oil filter.

Fig 3: Removing Oil Filter
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Remove the threaded insert and the oil cooler.

Fig 4: Removing Oil Cooler
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Clean and inspect the oil cooler.
- Plug the coolant connections.
- Flush the oil passages with parts cleaner. If metal particles are present in the oil cooler, install a new cooler.