Grand Prix V6-3.8L (2007)
Transmission Cooler: Service and Repair
Automatic Transmission Radiator Oil Cooler Connector Replacement
Removal Procedure
1. Drain the cooling system.
2. Remove the transaxle oil cooler hoses from the oil cooler fittings on the radiator. Refer to Transmission Fluid Cooler Hose/Pipe Quick-Connect
Fitting Replacement.
Important: Do not remove the upper and lower transaxle oil cooler fittings from the radiator at the same time other wise the transaxle oil
cooler will fall inside the radiator end tank.
3. Remove the oil cooler fitting from the radiator.
Installation Procedure
1. Inspect the new O-ring seals for cracks, cuts or damage. Replace if necessary.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
Important: The correct thread engagement is critical. Cross-threaded fittings can achieve proper tightness and still leak.
2. Install the oil cooler fitting to the radiator
Tighten the fittings to 38 N.m (28 lb ft).
3. Install the transaxle oil cooler hoses to the oil cooler fittings on the radiator.