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Symptom Chart - Transaxle Cooling

SYMPTOM CHART - TRANSAXLE COOLING

Condition Possible Sources Action
  • Transaxle overheating
  • Clogged transmission fluid cooler or transmission fluid cooler tubes
  • Bent or crushed transmission fluid cooler tubes
  • Transmission fluid cooler thermal bypass valve stuck closed
  • INSPECT the transmission fluid cooler, transmission fluid cooler tubes and transmission fluid cooler thermal bypass valve for damage or plugging. INSTALL new components as necessary.
  • System leaks
  • INSPECT transmission fluid cooler and transmission fluid cooler tubes for leaks. SERVICE as required.
  • Internal transaxle concerns