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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 .
  2. Disconnect the upper transmission fluid cooler tube from the radiator.
    Fig 1: Locating Upper Transmission Fluid Cooler Tube
    G06275533Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Remove the bolts and the splash shield.
    Fig 2: Locating Splash Shield 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 Splash Shield 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. Disconnect the transmission fluid cooler hoses from the transmission fluid cooler tubes.
    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
    G06269857Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Remove the 2 bolts and remove the transmission fluid cooler tubes.
    Fig 6: Locating Transmission Fluid Cooler Tubes With Bolts
    G06275538Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. Remove the transmission fluid cooler tubes from the retainers.
    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
    G06275539Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  9. Remove the transmission fluid cooler tube retainer and remove the transmission fluid cooler tubes.
    Fig 8: Locating Transmission Fluid Cooler Tube Retainer
    G06275540Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.