Transmission Cooler: Service and Repair

Oil Cooler Removal / Installation [LA4A-EL]
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Drain the ATF.





3. Remove in the order shown in the figure.
4. Install in the reverse order of removal.
5. Add ATF to the specified level.
6. Connect the negative battery cable.
7. Inspect for oil leakage from the oil pipes and oil hoses.
8. Inspect the ATF level and condition.
9. Carry out the Line pressure test.
10. Carry out the road test.

Radiator Installation Note
1. The automatic transaxle oil cooler flushing must be performed whenever a transaxle is removed for service to remove existing fluid which may be contaminated and to prevent contamination of new fluid. The flushing must be performed after installation of the overhauled replacement of the transaxle.
2. Follow the instruction in the manufacture's publication for flushing the automatic transaxle oil cooler.

Oil Pipe Installation Note

Note:
- In order to prevent ATF leakage, replace the hose. When any damages are found inside or outside of the hose, especially on areas contacting with pipes.





- Apply compressed air to the cooler-side pipe opening, and blow any remaining dust and foreign material from the cooler pipes. Compressed air should be applied for no less than one minute.

Oil Hose Installation Note
Radiator Side





- Align the marks, and slide the oil hose onto the oil pipe until it is fully seated as shown.

Transaxle Side





- Position the marking on the oil hose side facing up and install it.

Hose Clamp Installation Note





- Install the hose clamp onto the hose. If reusing the hose, install the new hose clamp exactly into the mark left by the previous hose clamp.