Engine Oil Cooler Hose Replacement

1. Raise vehicle on hoist.

2. Remove air flow shield (belly pan) from under front of engine.

3. Position a drain pan under the cooler hoses.

4. Remove redundant clips from hoses at oil filter adapter.

5. Disconnect cooler hoses from adapter using appropriate disconnect tool.

6. Remove the hose assembly retaining bolt at the cooler, then remove the hose assembly.

7. Verify the 0-rings are in place on the ends of the new hoses, then position the new hose assembly to the cooler. Install and tighten the retaining bolt to 8-12 N-m (6-9 ft-lb).

NOTE:
Hoses are color coded to the fittings on the adapter.

8. Connect hoses to fittings on the adapter, then install redundant clips.

9. Remove drain pan and install air flow shield, then lower vehicle.

10. Open hood and install fender covers.

11. Check and top off engine oil as required. Remove covers and close hood.