Transaxle/Transmission Cooling

Transmission Cooling

Inspection and Verification

NOTICE: When internal wear/damage occurs in the transmission, metal particles, clutch plate material and band material can travel into the torque converter, the transmission fluid cooler tubes, the in-tank transmission fluid cooler and the auxiliary transmission fluid cooler, if equipped. These contaminants are a major cause of recurring transmission concerns. To prevent future concerns, remove these contaminants from the cooling system before placing the transmission back into use. Refer to Automatic Transmission/Transaxle &/or Transmission Control Systems for the Transmission Fluid Cooler Flow Test, Transmission Fluid Cooler Backflushing and Cleaning and Torque Converter Contamination Inspection procedures.

1. Visually inspect for obvious signs of mechanical damage, incorrect component installation and system leaks. Repair as necessary.
- Install a new or remanufactured radiator when transmission fluid is found leaking from the in-tank transmission fluid cooler.

- Install a new O-ring seal when transmission fluid is found leaking between the radiator transmission fluid cooler and the transmission fluid cooler fitting (not the cooler tube into the fitting). Refer to Component Test. Transmission Cooling

- Install a new auxiliary transmission fluid cooler if there is leakage from the auxiliary transmission fluid cooler, and always as part of a transmission overhaul or exchange. Refer to Auxiliary Transmission Fluid Cooler Removal and Replacement.


2. If the fault is not visually evident, GO to Symptom Chart. Symptom Related Diagnostic Procedures