Auxiliary Transmission Fluid Cooler: Removal
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VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 4R100 TRANSMISSION
- Raise and support the vehicle.
- Remove, and discard the inline transmission fluid filter, if so equipped.
- If not done previously, carry out the transmission fluid cooler flow test procedure. For additional information, refer to AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION-4R100 .
- Lower the vehicle.
ALL VEHICLES
- Remove the radiator grille opening panel reinforcement. For additional information, refer to FRONT END BODY PANELS .
- Disconnect the fluid cooler hoses from the auxiliary transmission fluid cooler.
- Remove the auxiliary transmission fluid cooler.
CAUTION:
Install a new inline transmission fluid filter (XC3Z-7B155-BA) every 48,000 km (30,000 miles) and always as part of a transmission overhaul or exchange. If the vehicle was not equipped with an inline fluid filter install a new inline transmission fluid filter kit (XC3Z-7B155-AA) according to the instructions supplied with the kit as part of a transmission overhaul or exchange.
NOTE:
The inline transmission fluid filter, if so equipped, is attached to the fluid cooler return tube. The fluid cooler return tube runs from the auxiliary transmission fluid cooler to the rear transmission cooler tube case fitting.