Removing and installing ATF cooler: Removal

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Clamp shut coolant hoses (flow and return sides) with special tool 3094.

Fig 1: Clamping Shut Coolant Hoses (Flow Side)
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Fig 2: Clamping Shut Coolant Hoses (Return Side)
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Detach selector lever cable at the transmission lever and at the cooler bracket.

Fig 3: Detaching Selector Lever Cable At Transmission Lever
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Fig 4: Detaching Selector Lever Cable At Cooler Bracket
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Place oil collection pan under the transmission.
Unscrew fastening screws (4 ea.) for ATF cooler with a Torx T30 screwdriver. Use 1/4" tools to facilitate assembly.

Fig 5: Unscrewing Fastening Screws For ATF Cooler
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