Heat exchanger automatic transmission Mitsubishi Outlander
The automatic transmission heat exchanger cools the transmission fluid, removing heat from the transmission.
Location:
The heat exchanger is located at the bottom of the radiator and is attached to it with bolts.
Design:
* Consists of two circuits: the transmission fluid circuit and the coolant circuit.
* The circuits are separated by thin aluminum tubes through which the coolant passes.
* Transmission fluid circulates inside the tubes.
Function:
* Cools transmission fluid by removing heat from the transmission.
* Maintains optimal operating temperature of the automatic transmission, preventing overheating.
Replacement:
Replacing the automatic transmission heat exchanger may be necessary in the following cases:
*Transmission fluid leaks
* Automatic transmission overheating
* Clogging contours
Symptoms of a faulty heat exchanger:
*Brown or black transmission fluid
* Burnt oil smell
* Automatic transmission overheating
* Reduced automatic transmission performance
Service:
* Periodically check the level and condition of the transmission fluid.
* Regularly flush the cooling system, including the radiator and automatic transmission heat exchanger.
* Replace transmission fluid and filter according to manufacturer’s recommendations.