Oil Cooler: Removal
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NOTE:
During engine repair procedures, cleanliness is extremely important. Any foreign material (including any material created while cleaning gasket surfaces) that enters the oil passages, coolant passages or the oil pan can cause engine failure.
- With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview .
- Remove the bolts and the pin-type retainers and the rear underbody shield.
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- Using hose locking pliers, clamp the oil cooler coolant hoses. Use the General Equipment: Locking Pliers
- Using the hose clamp remover, remove the coolant hoses. Use the General Equipment: Hose Clamp Remover/Installer
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- Remove the bolt and the oil cooler.
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NOTE: If metal or aluminum material is present in the oil cooler, mechanical concerns exist. Failure to correct these concerns may cause engine failure.
To diagnose mechanical concerns. Refer to: Engine .
- Inspect and replace the oil cooler gasket, if damaged.