OrangeCrusher
SILVER Star
I will have to touch the transmission fluid cooler lines for an upcoming radiator swap to address an overheating issue. I am wondering whether I should make a more drastic change to the transmission cooling system and move it to a different place entirely.
If I understand correctly based on the info in this thread, the trans fluid passes through the components in this order:
I've seen it in other cars that the trans fluid / coolant heat exchanger is connected to a part of the coolant system that is held at engine temp. Or alternatively there is a dedicated thermostat. Is there a dedicated trans fluid thermostat in this setup?
I haven't decided yet but I'm playing with the idea of relocating the transmission oil cooler to a different place entirely. E.g. to the rear where otherwise the spare tire sits, as done here.
Main benefits of this:
If I understand correctly based on the info in this thread, the trans fluid passes through the components in this order:
- Coolant / transmission fluid heat exchanger integrated into lower part of radiator
- Air / trans fluid cooler, in front of AC condenser
I've seen it in other cars that the trans fluid / coolant heat exchanger is connected to a part of the coolant system that is held at engine temp. Or alternatively there is a dedicated thermostat. Is there a dedicated trans fluid thermostat in this setup?
I haven't decided yet but I'm playing with the idea of relocating the transmission oil cooler to a different place entirely. E.g. to the rear where otherwise the spare tire sits, as done here.
Main benefits of this:
- Remove heat load from the front cooling system (more airflow thanks to removed air/trans cooler, no trans heat transferred into the coolant via the radiator heat exchanger)
- It seems wise to renew all the components anyway
- Simpler system, no more coupling between coolant and trans fluid system. E.g. simpler radiator change if required.