Why is my transmission fluid milky pink?

The milky substance you are seeing on the transmission dipstick is a result of cross-contaminated coolant and transmission fluid. More than likely, your radiator has failed which has allowed coolant to enter the transmission system.

Can a transmission be flushed with coolant inside?

Transmission oil inside the coolant system can be flushed successfully however, coolant inside the transmission will mean a transmission rebuild. In this post you’ll learn why transmission oil and coolant mix, what you can do to prevent further damage, how to save some money on the repair and and prevent this ever happening again.

Why is transmission fluid in my coolant leaking?

Your radiator is leaking internally, leaking transmission fluid from the transmission fluid cooler into the radiator where the coolant is. You can’t fix it, just get the radiator replaced and then flush the coolant.

Where does antifreeze go in automatic transmission fluid?

by Chris Weis. It may seem like a rather remote possibility, but engine coolant, or anti-freeze can get into automatic transmission fluid. The temperature of transmission fluid is regulated inside the engine cooling system. The fluid passes through a small tank inside the engine’s radiator.

How does transmission oil get into the coolant?

Small droplets of transmission oil separate and rise to the surface of the coolant in the radiator. This inspection often involves the removal of the radiator cap, and this action should never be attempted until the radiator cools completely. The time required for the cool-down is more than sufficient for the droplets to form.

Is there a coolant flush in a 2012 Ford PowerStroke?

I have a 2012 but I think it was built in 2011 because it has the plastic oil pan. I bought it used and feed Records stated there was a coolant flush and 50,000 miles I am now at 75,000 miles and I don’t know what’s in there so I would like to get it changed

How do you flush a transmission oil cooler?

Disconnect the lower transmission oil cooler line where it enters the radiator. Position the drain pan to catch the fluid coming out of the line. 3) From underneath the hood, pull the transmission dipstick out of the dipstick/fill tube and insert a long skinny funnel into the fill tube.

How is a transmission flush different from a fluid change?

This is different from a fluid change in which only some of the fluid is replaced. A simple fluid change cannot remove all of the built up deposits that accumulate over time as is done during a flush. Also, some of the fluid is usually stored in the torque converter potentially contaminating the new fluid that is put in. What is the point of that?

Why is my transmission fluid milky pink?