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ATF Cooler Replacement

  1. Remove the front bumper (see FRONT BUMPER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
  2. Disconnect the ATF cooler outlet hose (A) from the ATF cooler, and disconnect the ATF cooler hose (B) from the ATF cooler line.
    Fig 1: Disconnecting ATF Cooler Hose From ATF Cooler Line With Torque Specifications
    G07362443Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  3. Remove the ATF cooler (C), and replace it. Install the new cooler and the bumper stiffener (D) with the bolts (E).
  4. Connect the ATF cooler hoses (see ATF COOLER HOSE REPLACEMENT  ).
  5. Install the front bumper (see FRONT BUMPER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
  6. Refill the transmission with ATF to the proper level (see ATF LEVEL CHECK  ).
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