Ford transmission cooler line removal without the special tool. It's pretty simple

I'll show you how to make a tool to get those stubborn lines out of the radiator !!
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[@Rodriguezautorepair]

That's why I look up to the old schools. So many tricks that will leave us youngsters in the dust. 👏 👏

[@kevinoneill41]

Nice to see these manufactures frustrate well tooled professionals as well. Again thanks for sharing your knowledge with us. Keep the vehicles running and the money comming.

[@WrenchingWithKenny]

It's not the first time and it won't be the last! Thanks for watching! 🔧

[@marvinl.herren811]

I've been watching and trying forever. Finally I found your video after watchng several others. Great job. Your invention works well and you didn't try to sound like a rocket scientist by blabbering on and on. Thank you.

[@WrenchingWithKenny]

Thank you sir !! I try to keep it simple . I firmly believe that simplicity is the best way !! Thanks for watching !!

[@alexcarzola2827]

I just replaced my Radiator on a 2010 Ford Explorer. Everything was easy except the Transmission lines. I spent 3 hours trying. Even with the special tool. Someone on KZbin used a torch. It worked great but a little dangerous. I used my Heat Gun and the end came off in 3 minutes. Amazing!!! Sooo happy. The heat gun is the same gun used to heat shrink wires, etc. Good Luck

[@WrenchingWithKenny]

Thats pretty cool . I guess on a replacement, that would work good 👍. I hadn't thought of that

[@calvinpryor]

Very helpful comment but sooo not encouraging lol I have a 2010 Explorer as well and I'm about to replace my radiator. I've had a heat gun on my Home Depot wish list for a while now. Maybe this will be the reason. Do you recall which special tool you used? There are a couple different styles.

[@alexcarzola2827]

@@calvinpryor I tried with a fuel line disconnect tool. I spent hours and hours trying but it would not disengage. The heat gun worked great. It melted the internal gasket and it separated in minutes. I did not have to use a torch. Fast and simple

[@alexcarzola2827]

@@calvinpryor check out harbor freight for a heat gun. They have great prices

[@uncledon5868]

Lol at this actually working. Just did the radiator on my Explorer and those lines just don't come out. I used the die grinder method to split the fitting and release it. You have to be careful with the grinder to not touch the actual line or you're hosed--it will never seal right if you grind a groove on it. Once this fitting is split I noticed that there is a nylon ring that holds the barbs in place. Next time I'll use the propane torch and burn the nylon off. After trying all the special tools you'll realize you have to get medieval on this and get the torch out.

[@tsr7198]

Yeah, I just bought a quick-disconnect tool case for Ford and GM and thought I was ready to replace my coolant lines and find out that NONE of the tools in the case work on modern Ford vehicles for trans cooling lines. I had already taken off my lines from the trans and thought I was golden but noooo. Thanks for the hack!

[@andrewmarkey2083]

I cut the plastic handle off a 3 gallon water jug. Cut it in half long ways. Put a bolt inside of it. Molded it perfectly round. Took less than 5 minutes to make. Snapped over the line pushed it in and pulled out the line in 3 seconds.. this trick absolutely works but just needed alittle more thought put into it.. i hardly ever buy cheap specialty tools like this.. if one man can make it so can u... and usually save tons.. 10 bucks is ten bucks.

[@zundappchef]

thank u , i was stranded with my expedition and this helped me fix the transmission oil line truly thank u sir

[@WrenchingWithKenny]

Glad it helped

[@rodneyjhackenflash4865]

Good one! I used two tiny flat-head screwdrivers & disconnected the line within a few seconds. The "special" tools are a very bad design, no matter the company they come from. Two tiny screwdrivers did the job, like I said, in a few seconds. I returned the "special" tools, btw.

[@jondoh5961]

good to know..thx for posting this..

[@calvinpryor]

yea I think I'll try 2 screwdrivers **first* lol I have my doubts that the plastic will be stiff enough to push back the metal "crimps" that are pushing up against the mump in the pipe. Plus there's probably a ton of dirt and debris in there too. Your method sounds waaaay better.

[@DasMoose9001]

If you're replacing the rad just unbolt that fitting and heat it up, with pliers that piece comes off, just wipe off the trans line end and done.

[@adamglowka2753]

Great video, in the middle of this now. Of course I have a plow truck that has been native to Ohio since 2006, its Manufacturer year. Needless to say there is considerable amounts, and I mean herculean amounts of rust and corrosion underneath, including the above referenced 3/64" where my tool needs to go. I have a decent ($35) disconnect tool made my Lisle. (Part # 39220), still cant seem to get 2 of them of the Trans-cooler. PB Blaster and Kroll Oil on them last night, gonna venture out now, with a few plastic strips to clean rust out for a few hours.. lol Thanks

[@WrenchingWithKenny]

@adamglowka2753 that's a lot of rust! Best of luck with all that. Thanks for watching & leaving a comment. Let us know how this job goes. Keep wrenching! Meg

[@Amerigo3356]

Thank you sir!!! Saved me a lot of time. I tried all my special ford tools nothing would fit. Thanks again!!

[@emzyking5847]

You sir are truly a mensch. My eternal thanks.

[@mrplumber0001]

It reminds me of push to connect “shark bite” fittings for plumbing

[@wests3771]

Here to say, I Heated up where it threads into the radiator and just unscrewed that part and left the quick connect attached. make sure to spray with pb blaster.

[@carolinawestern3875]

You must have the "Midas Touch" I've got a 04 F250 4x4 6.0 with a leaky line beside the oil pan. I tried pieces of a qt. oil bottle, milk jug, and paper thin sheet metal. Several times each and never could release them. So I'm headed to Harbor Freight, for a master set of release tools. 70mls away.

[@toddcook8824]

Right on. Cool. I definitely hate misplacing my tools period. I never lose mine, was told all the time put stuff away where you got it. An it always dawns on me wait who was in the garage last… kids….wife….family. Hate having peoples kids in my garage.

[@kevinoneill41]

It was you. That's what I told my dad. It only made him more pissed. I mean really what would a kid want with a tool like that. Oh ya he was rebuilding his Ford Raptor 😂😂😂

[@ricardosanhueza9832]

thanks friend, it has been very useful

[@asieldiarte9333]

Got my 4th DUI to this video, thanks man!

[@bobabraham5060]

Good to know. I have the metal tool but if I lose it I’ll try this technique. I’ve read complaints about the plastic clips you can buy being good for one shoot. I always have a plastic bottle

[@michaelabbey6073]

Most auto parts stores sell them. Just run down and get one. Also a little penetrant helps because it usually has a bunch of dirt packed in them.

[@carlosbarbosa4808]

Thanks for your video he helped me a lot 👍

[@thisisyourcaptainspeaking2259]

It helps a lkt if you flood the garter spring housing with brake cleaner alternating with compressed air to flush away dirt and grime that's collected over the years.

[@jondoh5961]

Thanks for posting this.. i was wondering how that line came off after a quick observation of the line pissing oil out.. i shall try this tomorrow.. the line im trying get off is on an f-250 super duty its on an 05 or 07 not sure of the year..

[@lonleyndn]

Thank you and God bless you!

[@agavebob3462]

You are a LIFE SAVER !!!

[@Josh-ot5te]

O’reilys has the tool on the shelf pt is the brand name w83112 is the number you’ll need

[@calvinpryor]

That tool says "Use 3/8 inch size for 2003 and later Ford V8 Explorer, 2004 and later Ford F150 and Cadillac CS." I have a 2010 Explorer but a V6...I hope the dimensions are close enough.....can't find a tool that says it specifically works with the V6

[@justindavis1377]

Thanks man big help

[@keithadkins6047]

Wasted an hour and a half of my life trying this so I didn't have to drive 20 minutes to the store LOL. Do yourself a favor and go buy the $10 tool, even if it's the third time back to the parts house 😬. I'm glad someone was able to do this but it wasn't me..lol. I suppose it could get you out of a bind if you jacked around with it long enough. My wife and son actually got the top one off with a tip from a cake icing decorating thingy while I was gone back to the parts store to buy the tool 😄. Good luck!

[@JoeyJr702]

LOL! Your comment is so real it made me laugh! Thanks!

[@Naleeze]

need to follow directions better

[@goneballistic]

This is very helpful

[@omarcastro1751]

Tanks I’m as we speak trying lol I’m sure is gonna work !

[@julianrisland5187]

Thank you Kenny your the man

[@josebarboza5876]

Thank you brother u gave me some ideas

[@LonersGuide]

I just got done trying the exact same things with strips I cut from an aluminum can. Was too flimsey and didn't work, which is why I"m here. Death to quick connect fittings.

[@iFixJunk]

Seriously! In my experience, there is never anything quick about them! I cannot understand why they are used at all...

[@patrickshaw8595]

@@iFixJunk Assembly line speed. Repairman do not not figure into the design of a modern vehicle.

[@bobbylibertini]

Now show us how to do the heater core [not so]quick connectors! Did the heater core in my Excursion last year. Heater core itself: Easy-peasy...a few bolts and it pops right out. A 30 minute job. Disconnecting the heater hoses? 3 hours, even with the special tool...and then had to end up cutting the tubes off the old core anyway...and it was STILL hard getting the hoses off, even with the ends being out from under the cowl!

[@thesetruths1404]

Genuis at work! Thanks!

[@IainColquhoun]

even quicker take a propane torch heat it up a bit an the transmission line will pop right out. Only do this if you are replacing the rad

[@josephbanks1004]

Thank you

[@Sncedayone]

Good idea

[@joecarr6519]

Hello, so firstly I wanna say… that NONE OF THE COMMENTS BELOW helped. Along side that none of the video tips helped. I APPRECIATE all of your help tho. I’ll tell ya the real secret. Step 1) Walmart Step 2) 20$ Grinder Step 3) Nice alcoholic beverage Step 4) grind ever so closely with a metal blade nice and easy right up to the line be careful now! Don’t get greedy it’s aluminum.. so a nice small gash and a flat head screwdriver to pry it apart. Step 5) high five your best bud and smile. Step 6) install new trans cooler.

[@genetownsend8847]

I agree. Maybe i gave up to quick. I used the pneumatic cut off wheel on one and had to hacksaw the other. Then spread the coupler a bit and busted that little black retainer.

[@jerrybrown6803]

you still have to install the new one and yoy cant one at walmart 300 at ford

[@jerrybrown6803]

$ .300

[@user-yq6xj1xo2b]

ford engineering at it^s best!!!!!

[@ninjamom1602]

Thank you!

[@jimperdue4731]

Where can I find new fittings? I replaced the line but need new fittings because mine were rusted. Thanks!

[@fenoizreal8416]

Dude kinda sounds like that NFL commentator

[@tinythet_rex8063]

Thank you so much

[@GusMahn]

Great problem solving. 5.4 2v really good engine. 5.3 3V what a p OS.

[@WrenchingWithKenny]

Agreed . The 4.6 & 5.4 2V are very good motors !!

[@urbannightsautomotive5804]

Right?! First step of cylinder head removal on all data says 1. Remove engine from vehicle. Man I’m just getting two studs out of the passenger head. Have to remove the radiator and this really helps! Hope we can keep them running another 5 years haha

[@goodluvin70]

Can you make a video to show how to make those 2 plastic strps on cutting out so they work

[@miltondearmon6718]

Just cut two strips the size and length of the strip that hold top on milk or water jug.

[@WrenchingWithKenny]

Next time I have one , Ill make an another video with a bit more specifics on the plastic strips. Thanks for watching !!

[@calvinpryor]

@@WrenchingWithKenny I think a video would help because the section you cut out in this vid is pretty much square and in the middle of the bottle. Which wouldn't really give you that curved part on the end of each strip. I'm guessing one of the edges of the "square" you cut out has to be on the very bottom of the jug or at the top of the jug, right at the base of the "neck"

[@youngfree9647]

Not sure if you’ll see this in time but I’ve been struggling with mine for a couple days I’ve tried it all lube your way even went and bought the tool but it seems mines jammed way up in there I can’t get my tool over the first lip on the line it’s jammed way up in there everyone says use torch but not really looking forward to that

[@2Aarone]

I’ve done this using black 1/2” drip/irrigation line with a slit cut in it. Pex is too thick.

[@rvbzero7]

Now that's a magic show!

[@jairog5092]

I hope so too

[@MarkPiresTaxCoach]

What is the name of the tool, and where can you buy it? Thanks

[@WrenchingWithKenny]

Advance Auto sells the Lisle Tool . Lisle Ford Transmission Disconnect Part # 39960

[@todds5956]

That works if it not super rusty.

[@MrGreen1776]

So - those rubber hoses on the line. Say... some idiot pulled them apart. Then he decided to clamp it together with hose clamps. Is there a better way to get these rubber hoses to stay? The hose clamps just slide off.

[@WrenchingWithKenny]

You have to make a bulge in the line to stop it from sliding off. Same as how a radiator hose slides on over a bulge that will hold it in place. Usually , Ill use a double flare tool and partially perform the first step. This will give a bulge that the clamp cannot slide over

[@MrGreen1776]

@@WrenchingWithKenny I just bought the whole lines. I figured at least I'll know they're clean & done correctly for another 250k

[@WrenchingWithKenny]

@@MrGreen1776 smart move !!

[@MrGreen1776]

@@WrenchingWithKenny Any hints on how to get the transmission dipstick tube back in? Shits a nightmare lol.

[@WrenchingWithKenny]

@@MrGreen1776 , no real useful tricks . Pulling the fenderliner out is a big help , but they can suck to get back in place sometimes.

[@andre49ers]

I lost my temper. Hit it with the torch and melted the clip and pulled lines out. I was changing radiator anyways

[@WrenchingWithKenny]

There ya go! That's one way to get it done. Thanks for your reply and watching the channel. Keep wrenching 🔧

[@sonnydayz2118]

Just don't try this with coolant & trans fluid on your hands. It was tough enough with the proper tool.

[@williammiller2750]

You do realize that now that you have figured out an alternative to the tool for the job, you will find your tool in approximately 2 weeks when you're looking for something else.

[@destinywyatt4485]

But I’m having trouble reconnecting it. Help?

[@WrenchingWithKenny]

What do you mean by "Trouble" reconnecting ? It should slide in and "click" into place . It may take a little effort to get them to seat correctly

[@Unloved_truly]

Unscrew it and it loosens to push it in

[@Unloved_truly]

Or take out

[@galesams4205]

Good luck removeing these ford trans. lines with the PLASTIC tools, bought a metal tool from lieal and worked first try.

[@arthurgay5746]

The easiest way is to send all of your ford customers back to the dealership. I won't work on a ford unless the customer understands that ford has been deliberately designing all of their vehicles to be so ridiculously over engineered and complicated that the labour will be at least 10 times more than a GM truck. If you live in the rust belt like I do, you are never getting that line out of that fitting with a little scrap of plastic, and as far as using the proper tools... That line is not designed to come apart. According to the factory service manual, you are supposed to replace the fitting and the lines and the radiator.

[@patrickshaw8595]

Yeah I wrangle a fleet of Fords an have all the manuals - that is exactly right, Sir !

[@michaelabraham9177]

Just said some very discouraging words and cut that little @$$## off, and ordered a new line, now I'm ordering their stupid tool.

[@EdwardCruz-vh3nt]

OEM TOOLS PART # 24688

[@dev894]

why do they have an area to put a wrench on is what throws me off

[@WrenchingWithKenny]

Thats to screw the fitting into the cooler that's inside the radiator tank . Don't take them off because you'll break the seal between the oil cooler and the coolant in the tank of the radiator.

[@patrickshaw8595]

@@WrenchingWithKenny If you are replacing everything go ahead and unscrew them. When rad is out grind two opposed radial cuts that stop well short of the tube. Then insert chisel in one cut and tap on it. If necessary go just a little deeper on both cuts. Don't nick the line or you must replace it.

[@tonywestvirginia]

As cheap as the tool is, Why in the hell do you not have one??? Well you explained it. You do not know how to keep track of your tools!!!

[@anorsegoddess9797]

3.8 is way better

[@kevinhurley6919]

Wrong, just head up ass wrong

[@Tacos888]

Didn’t work