| Description |
| • |
Engine coolant is used for circulating heat in order to heat and cool the transmission oil. |
| • |
Rapidly elevates the transmission oil temperature during the initial cold start of the engine. |
| • |
Prevents over heating of the transmission oil while the vehicle is moving. |
| • |
Transmission oil warm-up and cooling can be done with a single system. |

| Components Location |

| 1. ATF warmer |
| Removal |
| 1. |
Remove the under cover. (Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "Engine Room Under Cover"). |
| 2. |
Support the transmission on a jack and then lower the jack slowly after loosening the cross member (A) mounting bolts. [2WD]
[4WD]
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| 3. |
Separate the coolant hose (A) and remove the ATF warmer (B) after loosening the bolts.
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| Installation |
| 1. |
Install in the reverse order of removal. |
| 2. |
Refill the automatic transmission with fluid. (Refer to Hydraulic System - "Fluid") |
| 3. |
Refill the engine coolant system radiator with coolant. (Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "Coolant") |
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