Does it matter which transmission cooler line goes where?

Does it matter which transmission cooler line goes where?

Mounting a transmission cooler is typically best in front of the air conditioning condenser so it gets ample air flow. Mounting here provides significant air flow which will help keep temperatures low. In addition, having the right parts to install a transmission makes the process easier.

What happens if transmission cooler lines are backwards?

If you had it reversed, the pump would be trying topush fluid through the bottom of the cooler, up through the cooler, out the top into the bottom of the rad, and up through the rad to the top. More weight to push.

Can you hook up transmission cooler lines backwards?

Re: tranny cooler lines backwards The cooler should not make a difference on that. If the lines go in either the top or the bottom, they can be hooked up any way. If one goes in the top and one in the bottom, make sure the cooler fills from the bottom.

Are transmission cooler lines directional?

Can Transmission Fluid Flow Through Either Direction on a Transmission Cooler. Helpful Expert Reply: The cooler can have fluid flow in either direction through it.

Do you really need a transmission cooler?

For every 20F degree drop in transmission fluid temperature, you can expect to extend the fluid and equipment life, thereby extending the life of the vehicle. That’s why it is very important to have a quality transmission cooler, and more importantly, to have it professionally installed.

Can a transmission cooler be too big?

Too big could be a concern if mounted in the front of the rad creating a loss of air flow to keep the engine cooled . Years ago , GM released a TSB about overcooling the transmission in cold climates .

Why do transmission lines go to radiator?

Car transmission lines connect your vehicle’s transmission to the vehicle’s radiator. Your car’s transmission lines are essential to preventing the transmission from overheating by carrying hot fluid away from the transmission until it is cooled and subsequently pumped back into the transmission.

Can I bypass transmission cooler?

When the transmission is cold, the thermal bypass will “bypass” the cooler so it can bring the transmission up to operating temperature more quickly. The bypass works very well with other coolers, such as the Tru Cool™ 49211 cooler. So if you already have a cooler you like, adding the bypass on is definitely okay.

Do all vehicles have transmission coolers?

While all automatic transmission equipped vehicles have a transmission cooler in their radiator, this might sometimes not be enough to properly cool your transmission fluid.

Can you over cool transmission fluid?

The ideal operating temperature for the transmission and fluid is between 160 and 200 degrees Fahrenheit. Transmission fluid cannot be over-cooled, so adding an aftermarket cooler would be a good idea as factory coolers can be inadequate for towing applications.

Can you run two transmission coolers?

This is a relatively simple process; a second transmission cooler can be piggybacked on a primary unit. These Derale coolers utilize electric fans as well, so a quick wire to a fused switch finishes the job.

Do transmission lines run through the radiator?

All transmissions have a cooling line that runs to the radiator. A separate fluid passage circulates the transmission fluid through a portion of the radiator to cool the fluid.

Why are cooler lines important in a transmission?

The transmission cooling line system is vital to any automatic transmission. It circulates the hot fluid away to the radiator via cooler lines and returns the cooled fluid back to the transmission. A loss of fluid leading to an overheated transmission can be devastating as the system loses its ability to cool.

How does a transmission cooler work in a radiator?

You want the already warm fluid to flow into the external cooler to help better control fluid temperatures, so the transmission cooler flow direction will look something like this: Transmission out (fluid hot) > radiator cooler in > radiator cooler out > external transmission cooler in > transmission cooler out > transmission in (fluid cool).

What kind of fittings do I need for transmission coolers?

These fittings come in a variety of sizes and have any angle you may need to make installation easy depending on your application. It is always best to use AN fittings with some sort of braided line, but can be used to attach to a barb fitting for rubber lines.

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.