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 CoolerFront Pillar Removal [Panel Replacement]
Symbol Mark
Removal Procedure
CAUTION:
Remove the curtain air bag module to prevent damage before servicing.
Front-side
Rear-side
CAUTION:
Avoid cutting with a blowtorch or similar tools as the insulator (shaded
area) is flammable.
1. Rough cut the ...
Refrigerant System Service Warnings
Handling Refrigerant
Avoid breathing air conditioning refrigerant or lubricant vapor. Exposure
may irritate eyes, nose and throat. Also, due to environmental concerns, we
urge use of recovery/recycling/recharging equipment when draining HFC-134a from
the air conditioning system. If a ...
Expansion Valve Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Discharge the refrigerant from the system..
CAUTION:
If moisture or foreign material enters the refrigeration cycle, cooling ability
will be lowered and abnormal noise will occur. Always immediately plug all open
fittings after removing ...