Transmission Fluid Cooler Tubes: Removal

All vehicles 

1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING AND LIFTING article.

4.6L engines 

2. Remove the fluid cooler tube bracket at the engine.
Fig 1: Identifying Fluid Cooler Tube Bracket
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4.0L engines 

3. Remove the fluid cooler tube bracket at the engine.
Fig 2: Locating Fluid Cooler Tube Bracket
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All vehicles 

NOTE: Use a backup wrench to hold the case fitting secure.
4. Remove the fluid cooler tubes at the transmission.
Fig 3: Locating Transmission Cooler Tubes
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5. Remove both transmission cooler tube quick connect secondary latches.
Fig 4: Locating Transmission Cooler Tubes Quick Connect Secondary Latches
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6. Using the special tool, disconnect both transmission cooler tubes from the transmission cooler hoses.
Fig 5: Disconnecting Transmission Fluid Cooler Hoses From Tubes Using Special Tool 307-569
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