Can you bypass transmission cooler lines?
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Can you bypass transmission cooler lines?
It is possible to bypass the factory cooler in the radiator by blocking off the input/output locations for the transmission cooler on the radiator. You would then need to mount the largest possible cooler that you can get to fit or install a remote cooler with its own fan.
Does coolant run through transmission cooler?
The cooler for the automatic transmissions are placed inside the radiator, the reason behind this is the antifreeze provides the perfect environment. This way the transmission is being cooled by two different coolers; one with antifreeze and on through air flow.
Do you really need a transmission cooler?
For every 20F degree drop in transmission fluid temperature, you can expect to extend the fluid and equipment life, thereby extending the life of the vehicle. That’s why it is very important to have a quality transmission cooler, and more importantly, to have it professionally installed.
How do you know if your transmission is getting too hot?
For an overheating transmission, here are the warning signs to watch out for: A sudden experience of a burning odor inside and outside the vehicle. The gears “slipping” when accelerating or decelerating. A feeling of hesitation or delayed gear shift when you are driving.
How do I keep my transmission cool while towing?
Adding a simple auxiliary cooler inline with the factory unit can nearly double the life of transmission fluid, keeping your gearbox happy and healthy for a long time. Also helpful are aftermarket aluminum pans. Their added fluid capacity and finned heat-sink design provide additional cooling as well.
Can a transmission cooler be used as an oil cooler?
You can use a transmission cooler like an engine oil cooler, however, to make it work properly there are adapters and modifications that will be required. When picking out an engine oil cooler the guideline is to pick a cooler that can accommodate the same engine oil filter thread.
How do I keep transmission temperature down?
Tips and Tricks to Cool a Transmission
- Use an Additive. One of the simplest things you can do to keep your transmission cool and extend its life is to use a transmission fluid additive on a regular basis.
- Go Neutral.
- External Coolers.