Oil Cooler: Installation

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Position the oil cooler and install the oil cooler insert.

Fig 1: Installing Oil Cooler Insert
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Position the coolant hoses and slide the hose clamps back.

Fig 2: Positioning Coolant Hoses And Slide Hose Clamps Back
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Install the oil filter.

Fig 3: Installing Oil Filter
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Install the drain plug.

Fig 4: Installing Drain Plug
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Lower the vehicle.
Fill the engine with clean engine oil.
Fill the engine coolant. Refer to ENGINE COOLING .