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Back Flush Procedure

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    Fig 1: Identifying Special Tool - J 45096-50
    GM1765256Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Connect the J 45096-50:  cooler flush adapter (1) to the vehicle transmission oil cooler supply and return lines at the transmission.
  2. Fig 2: View Of Black Supply Hose And Clear Waste Hose
    GM1765259Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Connect the black supply hose (1) to the return line, top connector of the transmission, and the clear waste hose (2) to the feed line, bottom connector of the transmission, to the vehicle cooler lines. This is the reverse flow - backflush direction.
  4. Fig 3: Setting Main Function Switch To FLUSH Position
    GM1212339Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Turn the main function switch to the FLUSH position. Allow the machine to operate for 30 seconds.
  6. Fig 4: Setting Main Function Switch To IDLE Position
    GM1212341Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Turn the main function switch to the IDLE position and allow the supply vessel pressure to dissipate.