Transmission Fluid Cooler Tubes - 6F35: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Mercury Milan, 2011 Lincoln MKZ, and 2011 Ford Fusion. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Install the transmission fluid cooler tubes in the transaxle by inserting the tube into the fitting until a click is heard/felt. Pull back to confirm connection is secure and position them in the retainer mounted on the main control cover studbolts.

Fig 1: Locating Transmission Fluid Cooler Tubes Hose
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Install the 2 transmission fluid cooler tube secondary latches.

Fig 2: Locating Transmission Fluid Cooler Tube Secondary Latches
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Position the transmission fluid cooler tubes in the retainers and close the 2 transmission fluid cooler tube retainers.

Fig 3: Locating Transmission Fluid Cooler Tube Retainers
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Install the battery and battery tray. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING & CABLES -- FUSION, MILAN & MKZ article.
Install the ACL and the outlet pipe. For additional information, refer to INTAKE AIR DISTRIBUTION & FILTERING - 2.5L -- FUSION & MILAN (EXCEPT HYBRID) article or INTAKE AIR DISTRIBUTION & FILTERING - 3.0L (4V) -- FUSION & MILAN article.
Position the transmission fluid cooler tubes in place in the vehicle and install the retainer.

Fig 4: Locating Transmission Fluid Cooler Tubes Mounting Clip
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Position the transmission fluid cooler tubes in the retainers and close the retainers.

Fig 5: Locating Transmission Fluid Cooler Tube Retainers
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Connect the transmission fluid cooler tubes by inserting the tube into the fitting until a click is heard/felt. Pull back to confirm that the connection is secure.

Fig 6: Locating Transmission Fluid Cooler Tubes Connecting Clip
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Install the transmission fluid cooler tube secondary latches.

Fig 7: Locating Transmission Fluid Cooler Tube Secondary Latches
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Install the lower transmission fluid cooler tube in the radiator.
- Tighten to 20 Nm (177 lb-in).
  
  Fig 8: Locating Lower Transmission Fluid Cooler Tube Mounting Nut
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Install the radiator splash shield
1. Install the 6 screws.
2. Install the 4 retainers.
  
  Fig 9: Identifying Splash Shield Screws And Retainers
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If equipped, install the bolts and the splash shield.

Fig 10: Locating Splash Shield Mounting Bolts
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Install the upper transmission fluid cooler tube in the radiator.
- Tighten to 20 Nm (177 lb-in).
  
  Fig 11: Locating Upper Transmission Fluid Cooler Tube Mounting Nut
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Fill the transaxle with clean transmission fluid.
Using the scan tool with the engine running, check and make sure that the transmission is at normal operating temperature 85-93°C (185-200°F). Check and adjust the transmission fluid level and check for any leaks. If transmission fluid is needed, add transmission fluid in increments of 0.24L (0.5 pt) until the correct level is achieved.