Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 Cadillac ATS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Raise and support the vehicle. Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle (Base)Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle (V-Series)

Fig 1: Transmission Fluid Cooler Pipe Tie Strap

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Separate the transmission fluid cooler pipe tie strap (1) from the rear differential outlet hose.
Remove the transmission fluid cooler pipe bracket bolt (2) and remove the rear differential hoses from the bracket.

Fig 2: Transmission Fluid Cooler Pipe Fitting Retainer At Rear Axle

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Transmission Fluid Cooler Pipe Fitting Retainer at Rear Axle Remove - Transmission Fluid Cooler Hose/Pipe Quick-Connect Fitting Disconnection and Connection

NOTE:

Cover or plug all open transmission fluid cooler pipe connection points to help avoid any accidental contamination.

Transmission Fluid Cooler Pipe(Rear Differential Inlet Hose) at Rear Axle Remove

Fig 3: Transmission Fluid Cooler Pipe Fitting Retainer At Transmission Fluid Cooler Pipe

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Transmission Fluid Cooler Pipe Fitting Retainer at Transmission Fluid Cooler Pipe (Rear Differential Inlet Hose) Remove - Transmission Fluid Cooler Hose/Pipe Quick-Connect Fitting Disconnection and Connection

NOTE:

Cover or plug all open transmission fluid cooler pipe connection points to help avoid any accidental contamination.

Transmission Fluid Cooler Pipe(Rear Differential Inlet Hose) at Transmission Fluid Cooler Pipe(Mid Line Left) Remove

Fig 4: Transmission Fluid Cooler Pipe

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Transmission Fluid Cooler Pipe (Rear Differential Inlet Hose) Remove
Transfer components as necessary.