Exploded View

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Fig 1: Exploded View Of ATF Cooler Hose

Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

NOTE: When installing the hose clamps, make sure they do not interfere with the surrounding parts.

Install the ATF cooler hoses over the ATF cooler lines with the clips at the appropriate points in reference to the following list. Align the paint mark (K) facing up and the paint mark (L) facing to the rear.

Point	Distance from Hose End to Clip (J)	Hose End Contact Point
A	2-4 mm (0.08-0.16 in)	Bulge
B	2-4 mm (0.08-0.16 in)	Bulge
C	6-8 mm (0.24-0.31 in)	Bulge
D
E
F
G	6-8 mm (0.24-0.31 in)	ATF filter housing from 2 mm (0.08 in)
H	6-8 mm (0.24-0.31 in)	ATF filter housing
I	6-8 mm (0.24-0.31 in)	Bulge

Align the paint mark (M) on the ATF cooler hose end with the paint mark (N) on the ATF filter holder.
Secure the ATF cooler hose with the clamps (O) at the marking (P).
Refill the transmission with ATF to the proper level (see step 8 under ATF Replacement ).