Can a cracked radiator cause transmission problems?
Driving with a Cracked Radiator Continuing to drive your car can cause your engine to overheat, which can cause major damage, including catastrophic transmission and engine failure.
Can you still drive if your radiator cracked?
A cracked radiator can be dangerous to drive with because the engine may overheat. A cracked radiator does not allow the proper amount of coolant to reach the engine, which causes the overheating. Contact the professionals at YourMechanic to make the correct diagnosis and to repair the radiator properly.
How far can you drive a car with a cracked radiator?
You should be able to take a vehicle at least 5, maybe 10, miles by following this advice.
Is it dangerous to drive with a cracked radiator?
If you do not change your coolant enough, the radiator can start to corrode and crack over time. This can cause the radiator to leak and the engine to overheat. A cracked radiator can be dangerous to drive with because the engine may overheat.
Can a transmission cooler leak at the radiator?
Depending on the transmission cooling system routing, it is not too uncommon to get a transmission cooler line leak at the radiator if the lines are starting to rust. When in good condition, transmission fluid is a very bright red, so it is very easy to notice on most surfaces.
Why did my radiator stop working on my car?
Had to replace radiator and transmission, and then repair heat about 2 weeks later (heat stopped working when car was idling–seems to be a connection to transmission issue based on Googling). Now the check engine light is on and the diagnosis is the catalytic converter.
When does the radiator fail on a Nissan?
Nissan denies the problem as it usually occurs after the 80,000 mile warranty period. If your transmission still has bright red transmission fluid get it to a garage quick and request that they add a transmission cooler and eliminate the cooling loop thru the radiator.