Transmission cooler line leak
#1
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Transmission cooler line leak
I solved my passenger door problem and have moved onto the transmission leak. I saw fluid on the knurled nut on the speedo cable and order the parts to fix that. But in cleaning up the underside of the car it became evident that fluid was spraying everywhere. At first I suspected the pump seal. But then I found the culprit. The transmission cooling lines have been cut and a section replaced with rubber tubing. I can't get at the connections on the transmission to replace the lines. I would like to fix this without pulling the trans and or the trans/motor.
Has anyone changed the lines with the transmission in the car?
Is there a braided hose or another product that I can use to replace the rubber tubing?
I don't have a lift so maybe I just can't see the connections.
Thanks
Has anyone changed the lines with the transmission in the car?
Is there a braided hose or another product that I can use to replace the rubber tubing?
I don't have a lift so maybe I just can't see the connections.
Thanks
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IIRC, there were rubber hoses in the cooler lines from the factory. You can replace them, it's not a huge amount of fun, but it can be done. Standard worm drive clamps from the parts store, but make sure you get hose that is specifically marked "Trans Cooler".
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4rensic22 (05-31-2017)
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Transmission cooling lines
Good to know. Thanks.
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Has anyone changed the lines with the transmission in the car? Is there a braided hose or another product that I can use to replace the rubber tubing?
I don't have a lift so maybe I just can't see the connections.
I don't have a lift so maybe I just can't see the connections.
As suggested above, make sure you use tranny hose. I bought a kit that included the correct hose, radiator connector and worm clamps.
Hope this helps!
Last edited by hunt4cleanair; 06-01-2017 at 04:38 AM.