Automatic transmission cooling options for Chevrolet Captiva:
1. Air cooling
* The most common type of cooling for automatic transmissions.
* Heat from the box is transferred through the walls of the oil pan and the box body into the surrounding air.
* Typically used for lightweight vehicles with low transmission load.
2. Water cooling
* The oil pan or box housing has water channels through which coolant circulates.
* Heat from the box is transferred to the coolant, which is then sent to the radiator to dissipate the heat.
*Used for heavy vehicles or machines operating under heavy load conditions.
3. Oil cooler
* A separate radiator is connected to the automatic transmission, which cools the transmission oil.
* The oil circulates through the radiator and is cooled by air or liquid flow.
* Typically used for vehicles with powerful engines or operating in hot climates.
Cooling features of the Chevrolet Captiva automatic transmission
* Most Captiva models use air cooling for their automatic transmissions.
*Some higher-power models, such as the 3.6L engine, may be equipped with an oil cooler for additional cooling.
* It is important to regularly check the transmission oil level and condition. Low oil level or contaminated oil can affect cooling performance.
* If problems arise with cooling the automatic transmission, overheating, slipping and other malfunctions may occur. Refer to a qualified mechanic for diagnosis and repair.