What is a transmission oil cooler hose?

What is a transmission oil cooler hose?

The transmission oil cooler hose on a car helps to carry the transmission fluid from the transmission to the transmission cooler. The oil cooler is designed to lower the temperature of the transmission fluid to make it easier for the internal parts of the transmission to use.

Can hydraulic hose be used for transmission fluid?

Can fuel hose be used for transmission cooling lines? No. Hydraulic hose, they may have it under trans cooler hose. Using fuel line for the trans cooler lines will fail in very short order, and is one of my pet peeves.

What happens if your transmission cooler is leaking?

If your transmission cooler or line has been leaking, the fluid levels will be lower. This will cause your transmission to have very poor performance. This is the most noticeable signs of low transmission fluid Transmission fluid levels are critical when it comes to how your car shifts.

Where can I install an aftermarket Trans cooler?

When it comes to installing an aftermarket trans cooler, barb fittings can be used on the radiator transmission fluid outlet for rubber hose to run to the cooler. These fittings are very cost effective and are typically only a few dollars at most and comes in packs with multiple fittings.

What kind of hose to use for transmission cooler lines?

DIYers may be tempted to use any hose available in the garage but only new high-quality hoses made with chlorinated polyethylene (CPE) with a Hypalon cover (Hypalon is a synthetic rubber material resistant to chemicals, temperature extremes, and ultraviolet light) should be used.

What causes a transmission cooler line to split?

Split or dented tubing can be due to road debris, rust aggravated by high salt concentrations or simply an impact from an accident. Leaking at threaded terminations can be caused by worn O-rings and gaskets, improper installation or the threads have become stripped for some reason.