Forester F4-2.5L SOHC (2004)
Fluid Line/Hose: Service and Repair
ATF Cooler Pipe and Hose
REMOVAL
1. Set the vehicle on a lift.
2. Remove the battery and washer tank.
3. Lift-up the vehicle.
4. Remove the under cover.
5. Disconnect the ATF cooler hose from radiator.
NOTE:
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Do not remove with a screwdriver or other pointed tools.
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When the hose is difficult to remove, wrap a shop cloth around the hose to protect it. Turn it with pliers, and then pull directly out with your
hand.
6. Disconnect the ATF cooler hoses from pipes.
NOTE:
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Do not remove with a screwdriver or other pointed tools.
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When the hose is difficult to remove, wrap a shop cloth around the hose to protect it. Turn it with pliers, and then pull directly out with your
hand.
7. Disconnect the ATF cooler pipe from frame.
8. Disconnect the oil cooler inlet and outlet pipes.