Engine Oil Cooler Connector Replacement

Engine Oil Cooler Connector Replacement

Removal Procedure

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle (Service and Repair).
2. Remove the left lower front bumper close out panel. Refer to Front Air Deflector Replacement (Service and Repair).




3. Install oil drain pan under the vehicle.
4. Remove the engine oil cooler hose/pipe from the external oil cooler. Refer to Engine Oil Cooler Hose/Pipe Replacement (Engine Oil Cooler Hose/Pipe Replacement).




5. Remove the external engine oil cooler quick connect fitting.
6. Remove and discard all engine oil cooler hose/pipe seals.

Installation Procedure




1. Install new engine oil cooler hose/pipe seals.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).

2. Install the external engine oil cooler quick connect fitting and tighten to 18 Nm (13 lb ft).





Note: The quick connect fitting must be pushed on and then pulled back to verify proper connector engagement.

3. Install the engine oil cooler hose/pipes to the external oil cooler. Refer to Engine Oil Cooler Hose/Pipe Replacement (Engine Oil Cooler Hose/Pipe Replacement).
4. Remove the oil drain pan from under the vehicle.
5. Install the left lower front bumper close out panel. Refer to Front Air Deflector Replacement (Service and Repair).
6. Refill the engine with oil and check for leaks.