Oil Cooler: Installation

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NOTE: Make sure the tab on the oil filter adapter nests into the notch in the oil cooler.

Fig 1: Positioning Oil Cooler On Oil Filter Adapter

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Position the oil cooler on the oil filter adapter and install the threaded insert.
Install a new oil filter.

Fig 2: Installing Oil Filter
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Connect the coolant hoses.

Fig 3: Connecting Coolant Hoses
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Install the oil drain plug.

Fig 4: Installing Oil Drain Plug
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Fill the engine with clean engine oil.
Fill and bleed the engine cooling system. For additional information, refer to ENGINE COOLING .