Is it better to bypass the factory transmission cooler?
Is it better to bypass the factory transmission cooler?
If you live in a very warm area, it may be better to bypass the factory transmission cooler in the radiator in favor of a larger, external transmission cooler.
Why do you need an auxiliary transmission cooler?
The biggest benefit to installing an auxiliary transmission oil cooler is that it will help do what its name indicates, which is cool your transmission fluid. More often than not, most vehicles can utilize a transmission cooler to help prolong the life of their transmission.
Where is the transmission cooler on a Dodge?
Trans Cooler Return Line Chart Transmission Location Chrysler / AMC 404, 413, 470 Top 41TE, 41AE, (604) Front 42LE Top
Do you need an inverted transmission line Cooler?
While some may argue that you need to install a certain type of cooler inverted to prevent air bubbles, the transmission line pressure it strong enough to push fluid through the entire cooler to prevent this. Should I Bypass My Radiator When Installing An External Transmission Cooler?
Is the transmission cooler a flow through device?
Yes. The transmission cooler is a flow-through device and operates anytime the engine is running. The fluid will flow from the transmission to the OEM cooler and then to the aftermarket cooler; and finally, the cooled fluid flows back to the transmission in a continuous loop.
If you live in a very warm area, it may be better to bypass the factory transmission cooler in the radiator in favor of a larger, external transmission cooler.
Do you need to cut and flare a transmission cooler?
In addition, some vehicles will require that you cut and flare the OEM steel or aluminum transmission return line and then clamp the transmission cooler hoses directly to the two ends of the cut line. Note: Many installers prefer this type of installation because they already have the cutting and flaring tools and no extra fittings are needed.
The biggest benefit to installing an auxiliary transmission oil cooler is that it will help do what its name indicates, which is cool your transmission fluid. More often than not, most vehicles can utilize a transmission cooler to help prolong the life of their transmission.
