Fluid Line/Hose: Service and Repair
Transmission Fluid Cooler TubesMaterial
Removal and Installation
1. WARNING: Shut off the electrical power to the air suspension system prior to hoisting or jacking an air suspension equipped vehicle. Failure to do so may result in unexpected inflation or deflation of the air springs, which may result in shifting of the vehicle during these operations. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury.
If equipped, turn the air suspension switch OFF.
2. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
3. Disconnect each transmission fluid cooler hose from the transmission fluid cooler, as necessary.
4. Disconnect the transmission fluid cooler tube(s) from the retainer.
5. Remove the nut retaining the transmission fluid cooler tube routing bracket to the A/C compressor.
^ To install, tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).
6. Disconnect each transmission fluid cooler tube from the transmission, as necessary.
^ To install, tighten to 20 Nm (15 lb-ft).
7. Disconnect the transmission fluid cooler hose(s) from the fluid cooler tube(s).
8. Remove the bolt retaining the transmission fluid cooler tube routing bracket to the engine and remove the transmission fluid cooler tube(s).
^ To install, tighten to 15 Nm (11 lb-ft).
9. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
^ Fill the transmission to the correct level with clean transmission fluid. Inspect for leaks.