Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2017 GMC Acadia. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Place a drain pan under the vehicle.
- Remove Front Bumper Fascia - Front Bumper Fascia Replacement
- Remove Radiator Air Front Lower Baffle - Radiator Air Front Lower Baffle Replacement (LGX)
- Disconnect Transmission Fluid Cooler Inlet Pipe (3) @ Transmission Fluid Cooler Thermal Bypass Valve (1) - Transmission Fluid Cooler Hose/Pipe Quick-Connect Fitting Disconnection and Connection
- Disconnect Transmission Fluid Cooler Outlet Pipe (2) @ Transmission Fluid Cooler Thermal Bypass Valve (1) - Transmission Fluid Cooler Hose/Pipe Quick-Connect Fitting Disconnection and Connection
- Remove Transmission Fluid Cooler Thermal Bypass Valve Bolt (1)
- Disconnect Transmission Fluid Cooler Outlet Pipe (1) @Transmission Fluid Auxiliary Cooler (2) - Transmission Fluid Cooler Hose/Pipe Quick-Connect Fitting Disconnection and Connection
- Disconnect Transmission Fluid Cooler Pipe Connector (1) @Radiator
- Disconnect Transmission Fluid Cooler Pipe Clip (2) @Engine Coolant Fan Module Radiator
- Remove Transmission Fluid Cooler Thermal Bypass Valve (3)
NOTE:
Cover or plug all open transmission fluid cooler pipe connection points to help avoid any accidental contamination.