Transmission Fluid Cooler Tubes: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2018 Ford EcoSport. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- With the vehicle in N, position it on a hoist. Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview .
- Remove the battery tray. Refer to: Battery Tray .
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NOTE: Be prepared to collect escaping fluid.
Completely loosen the transmission fluid cooler tubes fittings from the cooler bypass valve.
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NOTE: Be prepared to collect escaping fluid.
Remove the bolt and the transmission-to-cooler bypass valve tube.
- Inspect the transmission to be sure the transmission fluid tube seal and backing ring were removed with the transmission fluid tube and are not stuck in the transmission. If the transmission fluid tube seal or backing ring is stuck in the transmission, remove the seal and backing ring.
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NOTE: Be prepared to collect escaping fluid.
Remove the bolt and the cooler bypass valve-to-transmission fluid tube.
- Inspect the transmission to be sure the transmission fluid tube seal and backing ring were removed with the transmission fluid tube and are not stuck in the transmission. If the transmission fluid tube seal or backing ring is stuck in the transmission, remove the seal and backing ring.
- Remove the transmission fluid cooler tubes bracket bolt.
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NOTE: Be prepared to collect escaping fluid.
Completely loosen the transmission fluid cooler tubes fittings from the cooler bypass valve.
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NOTE: Be prepared to collect escaping fluid.
Release the clamps and remove the transmission fluid cooler tubes.