For 1990-2009 cars

### Removal Procedure

Caution: Ensure that the vehicle is properly supported and squarely positioned. To help avoid personal injury when a vehicle is on a hoist, provide additional support for the vehicle on the opposite end from which the components are being removed.

1. Position the vehicle on a hoist and raise the hood.
2. Place a drain pan or suitable container under the vehicle.
3. Disconnect the upper transaxle oil cooler line from the radiator.
4. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
5. Disconnect the lower transaxle oil cooler line.
6. Disengage the transaxle cooler lines from the fan shroud.
7. Remove the transaxle cooler line assembly nut (2) from the transaxle.
8. Remove the transaxle cooler lines (1) from the vehicle.
9. Replace the transaxle oil cooler pipe seals. Refer to the Transmission Fluid Cooler Pipe Seal Replacement .

### Installation Procedure

1. Install the transaxle oil cooler lines into the vehicle.
2. Install the transaxle oil cooler line assembly (1) to the transaxle.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

3. Install the transaxle oil cooler line assembly nut (2).

Tighten
Tighten the transaxle oil cooler lines to 7 N·m (62 lb in).

4. Connect the lower transaxle oil cooler line to the radiator.
5. Engage the transaxle oil cooler lines with the fan shroud by snapping in place.
6. Lower the vehicle.
7. Connect the upper transaxle oil cooler line to the radiator.

Tighten
Tighten the transaxle cooler line fittings to 16 N·m (12 lb ft).

8. Add fluid to the transaxle. Refer to the Transmission Fluid Check .
9. Start the engine a check for leaks.