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Removal & Installation: Tubes: Installation

  1. Install the fluid cooler tube onto the radiator.
  2. Install the upper fitting into the transaxle.
    3. Fig 1: Installing Upper Fitting
    G01820503Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Connect the fluid cooler inlet tube and the fluid cooler tube to the transaxle by inserting the line into the fitting until the retainer engages the first tube bead. (A definite "click" should be heard.) Pull back on the line to verify full engagement.
    4. Fig 2: Installing Fluid Cooler Inlet Tube
    G01820504Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Install the retaining clip.
    5. Fig 3: Installing Retaining Clip
    G01820505Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Install the fluid cooler tube onto the radiator.
  6. Install the lower fitting into the transaxle.
    7. Fig 4: Installing Lower Fitting
    G01820506Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Connect the fluid cooler tube to the transaxle by inserting the line into the fitting until the retainer engages the first tube bead. (A definite "click" should be heard.) Pull back on the line to verify full engagement.
    8. Fig 5: Installing Fluid Cooler Tube
    G01820507Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. Install the retaining clip.
    9. Fig 6: Installing Retaining Clip
    G01820508Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  9. Lower the vehicle. Fill the transaxle to the proper level and check for leaks.
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