ATF Cooler Pipe and Hose: Installation

Install the ATF cooler pipe assembly to frame.
Tightening torque:

7.5 N.m (0.76 kgf-m, 5.5 ft-lb)

Fig 1: Identifying ATF Cooler Pipe Assembly
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Attach the bolts securing the ATF cooler pipe assembly, and attach the ATF cooler pipe hose.
NOTE: Use a new ATF hose.

Tightening torque:

7.5 N.m (0.76 kgf-m, 5.5 ft-lb)

Fig 2: Locating ATF Cooler Pipe Assembly Mounting Bolts
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Connect the harness connector to the A/C pressure sensor.
Connect the ATF radiator outlet hose to the upper side of the radiator.
NOTE: Use a new ATF hose.

Fig 3: Identifying ATF Radiator Outlet Hose And Clip
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Install the front bumper. < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Front Bumper. >
Lift up the vehicle.
Install the ATF AT inlet pipes and outlet pipes with new washer.
NOTE: Use a new bolt for the converter case joint.

Tightening torque:

T1: 40 N.m (4.1 kgf-m, 29.5 ft-lb)

T2: 38 N.m (3.9 kgf-m, 28.0 ft-lb)

T3: 45 N.m (4.6 kgf-m, 33.2 ft-lb)

Fig 4: Identifying ATF AT Inlet Pipes And Outlet Pipes
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Connect the ATF AT inlet and outlet hoses to the pipe on the transmission side.
NOTE:
- Install so that the hose is not folded over, excessively bent or twisted.
- Insert the hose to the specified position.
- Use a new ATF hose.
Fig 5: Identifying ATF AT Inlet And Outlet Hoses
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Connect the ATF radiator inlet hose under the radiator.
NOTE:
- Install so that the hose is not folded over, excessively bent or twisted.
- Insert the hose to the specified position.
- Use a new ATF hose.
Fig 6: Identifying ATF Radiator Inlet Hose, Radiator Hose And Clip
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Install the front exhaust pipe.
Install the under cover.
Fill with the ATF and check the level. < Ref. to AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID . >
NOTE: Make sure there are no ATF leaks in joints between the transmission, radiator, ATF pipes, and ATF hoses.