Engine Mechanical System

Oil Cooler Repair Procedures

8steps
~53min
3/5difficulty
1special tools
02040608010055.841N·mlb·ft
Tightening torque found on this page
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Removal

  1. Loosen the drain plug and drain the engine coolant. Open the radiator cap to drain the coolant quickly. (Refer to Cooling System - "Engine Coolant")
  2. Disconnect the oil cooler hose (A).
  3. Remove the oil filter (A) using SST (09263-2E000, oil filter wrench).
  4. Loosen the mounting bolt (A) and remove the oil cooler (B).

Installation

  1. Apply a thin coat of engine oil to the sealing surface of the oil cooler (A), then install the oil cooler (C) with the fixing bolt (B).

    Tightening torque: 50.0 ~ 56 N·m

  2. Install the oil filter (A) using SST (09263-2E000, oil filter wrench).

    Tightening torque: 11.7 - 15.6 N·m

  3. Install the oil cooler (A).
  4. Fill the radiator with coolant and check for leaks.

Test yourself

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