CVTF Cooler (With Warmer Function): Removal

CAUTION:

• Wait until the CVTF cools down before starting the procedure.
• If the CVTF and engine coolant is spilt over the engine, exhaust pipe or the under cover, completely wipe it off to avoid emission of smoke or causing a fire.

1. Drain engine coolant. Ref. to COOLING (H4DO)>ENGINE COOLANT>REPLACEMENT>DRAINING OF ENGINE COOLANT .
2. Remove the clip from the air intake boot, and loosen the clamp.

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3. Remove the air intake boot, and place it aside so that it does not interfere with the work.
   CAUTION: Be careful not to pull out the PCV hose.

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4. Disconnect the water hose (inlet) and water hose (outlet). (Model without CVTF cooler (air cool))
   CAUTION: Be sure to prepare the container for draining of engine coolant.
   1. Disconnect the water hose (outlet).

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   2. Disconnect the water hose (inlet).

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5. Disconnect the CVTF cooler hose and the water hose. (Model with CVTF cooler (air cool))
   CAUTION: Be sure to prepare the container for draining of engine coolant and CVTF.
   1. Remove the CVTF cooler outlet hose.

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   2. Disconnect the water hose (inlet) and water hose (outlet).

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   3. Remove the CVTF cooler inlet hose.

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6. Remove the CVTF cooler (with warmer feature).
   CAUTION: Prepare the container for draining of CVTF.

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7. Remove the O-rings.

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8. Remove the water hose (outlet).
   NOTE: Perform this procedure only when required.

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