Engine Cooling System: Removal & Installation Dodge Durango III

REMOVAL

Note. The transmission cooler has been integrated with the A/C condenser.

1. For removal of the transmission cooler and A/C condenser. Refer to «CONDENSER, A/C, REMOVAL»(ref-465931-S20788130062012042300000) .

INSTALLATION

Note. The transmission cooler is integrated in with the A/C condenser.

1. Install the A/C condenser/Transmission cooler assembly. Refer to «CONDENSER, A/C, INSTALLATION»(ref-465931-S35091896602012042300000) .
2. Top off the transmission oil to the required level.
3. Take vehicle for test to ensure all the air has escaped from the cooler.
4. Recheck the transmission oil.

Scheme 9

1. Remove dust cap by pulling it straight back off of quick connect fitting.
2. Place disconnect tool Special Tool (special tool #8875A, Disconnect, Transmission Cooler Line) onto transmission cooler line with the fingers of the tool facing the quick connect fitting.
3. Slide disconnect tool down the transmission line and engage the fingers of the tool into the retaining clip. When properly engaged in the clip, the tool will fit flush against the quick connect fitting.
4. Rotate the disconnect tool 60° to expand the retaining clip.
5. While holding the disconnect tool against the quick connect fitting, pull back on the transmission cooler line to remove.

Scheme 10

1. Align transmission cooler line with quick connect fitting while pushing straight into the fitting.
2. Push in on transmission cooler line until a "click" is heard or felt.
3. Slide dust cap down the transmission cooler line and snap it over the quick connect fitting until it is fully seated and rotates freely. Dust cap will only snap over quick connect fitting when the transmission cooler line is properly installed.

Note. If dust cap will not snap into place, repeat assembly step 2.