Transmission Fluid Cooler Tubes - Aisin AW21: Removal
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.
NOTE:
The use of any transmission fluid other than what is recommended for this transaxle will cause transaxle damage.
- With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING article.
- Disconnect the upper transmission fluid cooler tube from the radiator.
- Remove the bolts and the splash shield.
- Remove the front splash shield.
- Remove the 2 screws.
- Remove the 4 retainers.
- Remove the 4 bolts and the splash shield.
- Disconnect the lower transmission fluid cooler tube from the radiator.
- Disconnect the transmission fluid cooler hoses from the transmission fluid cooler tubes.
- Remove the 2 bolts and remove the transmission fluid cooler tubes.
- Remove the transmission fluid cooler tubes from the retainers.
- Remove the transmission fluid cooler tube retainer and remove 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.
NOTE:
When removing the transmission fluid cooler tubes from the retainers, do not remove the retainers from the shroud.