Auxiliary Transmission Fluid Cooler - Oil-to-Air Fluid Cooler, TorqShift: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Ford RV Cutaway, 2005 Ford Econoline, 2005 Ford E450 Super Duty, and 2005 Ford Cutaway. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CAUTION: Do not attempt to backflush and clean the OTA transmission fluid cooler. Install a new OTA transmission fluid cooler as part of a transmission overhaul or exchange. Failure to follow these directions can result in transmission damage

Position the OTA transmission fluid cooler in the vehicle and install the lower bolts.

Fig 1: Installing Lower Bolts
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Connect the OTA auxiliary cooler return hose to the remote mounted fluid filter and install the constant tension clamp.

Fig 2: Installing Constant Tension Clamp
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Connect the auxiliary cooler inlet hose and install the constant tension clamp.

Fig 3: Installing Constant Tension Clamp
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Position the air deflector and install the bolts.

Fig 4: Positioning Air Deflector
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Position the skid plate and install the bolts (4x4 only).

Fig 5: Positioning Skid Plate
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Install the upper bolts by inserting a long extension and socket through the front grille and bumper.

Fig 6: Installing Upper Bolts
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

CAUTION: Use only MERCON® SP Transmission Fluid to service TorqShift transmissions. Mixing MERCON® or MERCON® V may cause transmission damage. Use of any fluid other than the recommended fluid can cause transmission damage.

Fill the transmission with the specified type and quantity of transmission fluid. For additional information, refer to AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION - 4R70W/4R75W .
Check for leaks.