23.07.2013 Views

Manual Drivetrains and Axles Fourth Edition

Manual Drivetrains and Axles Fourth Edition

Manual Drivetrains and Axles Fourth Edition

SHOW MORE
SHOW LESS

Create successful ePaper yourself

Turn your PDF publications into a flip-book with our unique Google optimized e-Paper software.

Figure 100–15 A cutaway section of a typical radiator showing the automatic transmission fluid cooler. The heat from the<br />

automatic transmission fluid is released to the engine coolant. The engine coolant also warms the automatic transmission<br />

fluid after a cold start.<br />

CAUTION: Because the lube oil uses the ATF flowing from the cooler,<br />

if there is a blockage in the cooler, the transmission/transaxle may not have<br />

enough fluid to properly cool or lubricate the bearings <strong>and</strong> bushings inside<br />

the unit, leading to wear <strong>and</strong> eventually premature failure.<br />

Continued

Hooray! Your file is uploaded and ready to be published.

Saved successfully!

Ooh no, something went wrong!