Transmission Cooler: Description and Operation

Transmission Cooling

Oil Cooler
The oil cooler is of an aluminum construction consisting of a tube and louvered fin core-type, the tubes are arranged horizontally for the crossflow of the oil.
It is divided into two sections to provide cooling for both the transmission and the power assisted steering, each section is separate within the same unit. This is due to the use of varying oil types between the two systems.
When carrying out any transmission procedures the drained oil should be checked thoroughly for any metal filings or particles, in the event of this the transmission fault should be located followed by a thorough flushing of the oil cooler and oil cooler lines.