CVTF Cooler (With Warmer Function): Removal

CAUTION:

Wait until the CVTF cools down before starting the procedure.
If CVTF and engine coolant is spilt over the engine or the exhaust pipe, completely wipe it off to avoid emission of smoke or causing a fire.

Drain engine coolant. Ref. to COOLING (H4DO)>ENGINE COOLANT>REPLACEMENT .
Remove the clip from the air intake boot, and loosen the clamp.

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Remove the air intake boot, and place it aside so that it does not interfere with the work.
CAUTION: Be careful not to pull out the PCV hose.

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Disconnect the CVTF cooler hose and the water hose. (Model without CVTF cooler (air cool))

NOTE: Prepare the container for draining of engine oil.

Disconnect the CVTF cooler hose.

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Disconnect the water hose (inlet) and water hose (outlet).

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Disconnect the CVTF cooler hose and the water hose. (Model with CVTF cooler (air cool))

NOTE: Prepare the container for draining of engine oil.

Remove the CVTF cooler outlet hose.

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Disconnect the water hose (inlet) and water hose (outlet).

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Remove the CVTF cooler (with warmer feature).
NOTE: Prepare the container for draining of engine oil.

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Remove the O-rings.

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Remove the water hose (inlet).
NOTE: Perform this procedure only when required.
1. Remove the EGR cooler. Ref. to EMISSION CONTROL (AUX. EMISSION CONTROL DEVICES) (H4DO)>EGR COOLER>REMOVAL .
2. Remove the water hose (inlet).
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