Vehicles equipped with towing packages will have transmission coolers built into the radiator. A 2004 Dodge Ram 2500/3500 will have a factory trans cooler.
Does my 2019 Ram 1500 have a transmission cooler?
The 2019 Ram 1500 uses the thermal management system to bring the transmission fluid and engine oil to operating temperature quickly. The system also serves a cooling function under high-load/high-ambient temperature conditions to ensure the transmission fluid temperature is controlled.Jan 15, 2018
Does a 2014 Ram 1500 have a transmission cooler?
At Position 1, the transmission cooler is 100% efficient. ... Position 2, between the air conditioning condenser and radiator, is 75% efficient while Position 3, between the radiator and fan, is only 60% efficient.
Do all transmissions have coolers?
Transmission coolers are not standard issue. There are different types and sizes of transmission coolers for different types of transmissions and different sizes of vehicle. Your vehicle's gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) is key to determining what kind of transmission cooler you need.Sep 30, 2019
Do I 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 you bypass transmission cooler?
The thermal bypass is a small added valve that goes in the transmission line. 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.Sep 20, 2017
How much does it cost to have a transmission cooler installed?
As a DIY project, you'll pay between $30 and $60 for the oil cooler and spend 1 1/2 to 2 hours on installation. You can have a local transmission shop install a transmission oil cooler in your vehicle. Expect to pay between $150 and $250 for the job.