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Except For U5 Model

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  1. Set the vehicle on a lift.
  2. Remove the battery.
  3. Lift-up the vehicle.
  4. Remove the under cover.
  5. Disconnect the ATF cooler hose from radiator.
    NOTE:
    • Do not use a screwdriver or other pointed tools.
    • When hard to remove the hose, wrap the hose with cloth to prevent from damaging, and then turn with pliers and pull out with hand straightly.
    Fig 1: Disconnecting ATF Cooler Hose From Radiator
    G03831264Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  6. Disconnect the ATF cooler hoses from pipes.
    NOTE:
    • Do not use a screwdriver or other pointed tools.
    • When hard to remove the hose, wrap the hose with cloth to prevent from damaging, and then turn with pliers and pull out with hand straightly.
    Fig 2: Disconnecting ATF Cooler Hoses From Pipes
    G03831265Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  7. Disconnect the ATF cooler pipe from frame.
    Fig 3: Disconnecting ATF Cooler Pipe From Frame
    G03831266Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  8. Remove the oil cooler inlet and outlet pipes.
    NOTE: When disconnecting the outlet pipe, be careful not to lose the ball and spring used with retaining screw.
    Fig 4: Removing Oil Cooler Inlet And Outlet Pipes
    G03831267Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.