Transmission Fluid Cooler Flow Test

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With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview .
Remove the bolts and the underbody shield.

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Remove the bolts and the underbody shield.

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Remove the transmission cooler return tube secondary latch.

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NOTE: Be prepared to collect escaping fluid.

Using the special tool, disconnect the transmission fluid cooler return tubes

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NOTE: Before removing the fill plug, clean the area around the fill plug.

Remove the fill plug.

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Connect one end of a 12.7 mm (0.5 in) inner diameter x 2540 mm (100 in) long hose to the fluid cooler return tube and insert the other end into the fluid fill hole in the transmission case.
Start the engine and run it at idle with the transmission in NEUTRAL.
NOTE: The fluid flow must be steady (without air bubbles) to make sure of an accurate reading.

NOTE: Be prepared to collect escaping fluid.

Remove the end of the hose from the fluid fill hole in the transmission case and place it into a measuring container for 15 seconds. Make sure a vigorous flow is present. After 15 seconds, insert the end of the hose back into the fluid fill hole in the transmission case.
Turn the engine off.
NOTE: Be prepared to collect escaping fluid.

Remove the test hose and connect the transmission fluid cooler return tubes.

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Install the transmission fluid cooler tube secondary latch.

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Install the underbody shield and the bolts.

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Install the underbody shield and the bolts.

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Check the transmission fluid level and adjust as necessary. Refer to: Transmission Fluid Level Check .