Purpose/Function
The oil cooler constantly maintains maximum ATF performance in the transaxle by maintaining an optimum ATF temperature which has the effect of achieving reduced fuel consumption.
Construction/Operation
The oil cooler performs the following operations according to the ATF temperature condition:
Heating function: Warms the ATF using the radiator coolant to promote an earlier increase in the ATF temperature when its temperature is low. As a result of the earlier temperature increase, the ATF viscosity decreases which reduces drag in the transaxle.
Cooling function: Cools the ATF using the radiator coolant to maintain optimum conditions and prevent ATF expansion and deterioration.

Oil Cooler Removal/Installation
Oil CoolerTransaxle Fluid Temperature (Tft) Sensor [Fw6 A EL, Fw6 Ax EL]
Purpose/Function
The transaxle fluid temperature (TFT) sensor detects the ATF temperature
in the oil pan.
The transaxle fluid temperature (TFT) sensor signal is used for automatic
shift control, TCC control, line pressure control, direct electric shift control,
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Electric Power Steering (Eps) Motor
Purpose, Function
The EPS motor is driven by the control current from the EPS CM (control module)
and generates assist torque to manual steering mechanism.
Construction
The EPS motor is installed to the steering column with an integrated EPS
CM.
The EPS motor is a b ...
Air Bag System Service Warnings [Two Step Deployment Control System]
Air Bag Module Inspection
Inspecting an air bag module using a tester can operate (deploy) the air
bag module, which may cause serious injury. Do not use a tester to inspect an
air bag module. Always use the on-board diagnostic function to diagnose the
air bag module for malfunctions ...