Avalon XLS V6-3.0L (1MZ-FE) (1998)
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Technical Service Bulletin # TC001-99
Date: 990129
A/T - Oil Cooler Installation Increases Towing Capacity
TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER INSTALLATION
TC001-99
Title:
TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER INSTALLATION
Models:
Avalon with A541E ATM
January 29, 1999
Introduction
To prevent overheating of the engine and transmission when towing a weight of more than 1,000 pounds, the radiator should be replaced with a higher
cooling efficiency unit and a transmission oil cooler should be installed. The radiator transmission oil cooler and required hardware for installation are
available through normal parts supply.
Towing Capacity
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Up to 2,000 pounds (with transmission cooler installed).
Affected Vehicles
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All Avalons with A541E Automatic Transmissions.
Parts Information
Radiator Installation Procedures
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Refer to the appropriate Repair Manual for removal and installation procedures for replacement of the Radiator Assembly.
NOTE:
DISCONNECT BATTERY TERMINALS AND REMOVE BATTERY PRIOR TO BEGINNING ANY OF THE REMOVAL PROCEDURES.
Oil Cooler Installation Procedures
