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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2012TRANSIT CONNECT L4-2.0LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISTRANSMISSION AND DRIVETRAINAUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLEFLUID LINE/HOSESERVICE AND REPAIR
2012 Ford Transit Connect L4-2.0L
Fluid Line/Hose: Service and Repair
2012 Ford Transit Connect L4-2.0LSECTION Service and Repair
Transmission Fluid Cooler Tubes
Transmission Fluid Cooler Tubes
Removal
1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
2. Remove the front bumper cover.
3. Disconnect the transmission fluid cooler tubes from the transmission.
- Compress the tabs on the transmission fluid cooler tubes and slide the latch out of the transmission fluid cooler tube to unlock the transmission fluid cooler tube from the transmission fluid cooler.
4. Position the wiring harness aside.
5. Disconnect the transmission fluid cooler tubes from the transmission fluid cooler.
- Compress the tabs on the transmission fluid cooler tubes and slide the latch out of the transmission fluid cooler tube to unlock the transmission fluid cooler tube from the transmission fluid cooler.
6. Remove the transmission fluid cooler tubes.
Installation
1. Position the transmission fluid cooler tubes in place.
2. NOTE: If the transmission fluid cooler tube latches are not in the unlocked position, compress the tabs on the transmission fluid cooler tube latches and slide the latch out of the transmission fluid cooler tube to unlock the latch.
Connect the transmission fluid cooler tubes to the transmission fluid cooler.
3. NOTE: If the transmission fluid cooler tube latches are not in the unlocked position, compress the tabs on the transmission fluid cooler tube latches and slide the latch out of the transmission fluid cooler tube to unlock the latch.
Connect the transmission fluid cooler tubes to the transmission.
4. Position the wiring harness in place.
5. Install the front bumper cover.
6. Fill the transmission with the specified transmission fluid.
7. Check transmission for correct operation and/or leaks. Repair as needed.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.