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900 Turbo 8-Valve Intercooler Installation

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Arrows point toward upper oil cooler screws.

Oil Cooler removal.

 

Begin removing the oil cooler by loosening the top screws using a combination of extensions and a Philips head as seen in the second photo.

 

 

 

 

 

Removing the oil cooler upper screws..
Removing the oil cooler lower screws..

Remove the lower screws from underneath the car. Cars with front spoilers may require some disassembly to reach these screws.

Removing the left oil line, sensor already removed.

Working underneath the intake manifold, disconnect the wire leading to the oil pressure sensor and remove the sensor to gain better access to the oil cooler lines.

Using an open end wrench, remove both oil lines starting with the left most line.

Some oil will drip from the lines so keep some rags handy.

 

 

 

Removing the oil cooler..

Release the wiring harness from it's clamp on the radiator support and carefully move it away to make clearance for the oil cooler. maneuver the oil cooler with its oil lines out of the car.

Once the oil cooler has been removed, drain it completely of any oil.

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Home85Intercooler in 83Turbo | Before and After | Parts Checklist | Getting Started | Assembly