Installation Procedure
- Install the transaxle oil cooler lines into the vehicle.
- Install the transaxle oil cooler line assembly (1) to the transaxle.CAUTION: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
- Install the transaxle oil cooler line assembly nut (2).
Tightening torque
Tighten the transaxle oil cooler lines to 9 N.m (80 lb in) .
- Connect the lower transaxle oil cooler line to the radiator.
- Engage the transaxle oil cooler lines with the fan shroud by snapping in place.
- Lower the vehicle.
- Connect the upper transaxle oil cooler line to the radiator.NOTE: DEXRON®III automatic transmission fluid is not compatible with this transaxle. If DEXRON®III ATF is used, transaxle failure will result. This transaxle uses GM T-IV fluid P/N 88900925.
- Add fluid to the transaxle. Refer to the TRANSMISSION FLUID CHECK .
- Start the engine a check for leaks.