Century V6-3.1L VIN J (2005)
Fluid Line/Hose: Service and Repair
Transmission Fluid Cooler Hose/Pipe Replacement
Transmission Fluid Cooler Hose/Pipe Replacement
Removal Procedure
1. Notice: Allow sufficient clearance around the transaxle oil cooler pipes and around the hoses to prevent damage or wear which may cause fluid
loss.
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Position the drain pan under the transaxle.
3. Remove the lower radiator air deflector.
4. Disconnect the transmission oil cooler line from the quick connect fitting.
5. Remove the retaining bracket bolt (5) from the transaxle oil cooler hose/pipe retaining bracket (1).
6. Remove the oil cooler pipes (3,4) from the oil cooler fittings (2).
7. Remove the oil cooler pipes from the fittings at the radiator.
8. Remove the oil cooler hose/pipes from the retaining clip.
9. Remove the oil cooler hose/pipes from the vehicle.
Installation Procedure
1. Connect the transmission oil cooler line to the quick connect fittings.
2. Install the oil cooler pipes (3,4) to the oil cooler fittings (2).
3. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
Install the transaxle oil cooler hose/pipes retaining bracket bolt (5).
Tighten the bolt to 4 Nm (27 inch lbs.).
4. Install the lower radiator air deflector.
5. Remove the drain pan from under the vehicle.
6. Lower the vehicle.
