Oil Cooler Lines: Installation

1999 GMC Forward Control 5.7 R, AutomaticSECTION Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 GMC Sonoma, 2003 GMC Jimmy, 2003 Chevrolet S10 Pickup, and 2003 Chevrolet Blazer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Install the TOC lines to the vehicle.
  2. Install the TOC lines to the transmission. See OIL COOLER LINES QUICK CONNECT FITTINGΒ .
  3. Install the transfer case vent hose, if equipped.
  4. Raise the transmission into position.
  5. Install the exhaust crossover pipe and the transmission support assembly. See TRANSMISSION SUPPORT .
  6. Remove the transmission jack.
  7. For vehicles equipped with a 4.3L engine, install the stud and clip securing the TOC line to the engine. See Figure. Tighten the stud to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONSΒ .
  8. For vehicles equipped with a 2.2L engine, Install the nut securing the TOC lines to the engine. Tighten the nut to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONSΒ .
  9. Lower the vehicle.
  10. Install the TOC lines to the radiator. See OIL COOLER LINES QUICK CONNECT FITTINGΒ .
  11. Fill the transmission to the proper level with appropriate transmission fluid. See LUBRICATIONΒ .
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