Does my radiator have an oil cooler?
If you look on the passenger side of the radiator, you will see two metal lines going into the tank. If you see two metal lines that look similar to the ones on the passenger side, then you have an oil cooler.
Can a radiator be used as an oil cooler?
Standard vehicles usually have no requirement for engine oil coolers as their radiators are adequate to supply the cooling demands of engines. Oil coolers are generally installed on specialized automobiles, like racing cars, high-performance cars, towing trucks, and extra-large vehicles that haul serious loads.
What kind of connection does an oil cooler need?
In many later model radiator applications an integrated Jiffy-Tite® design is used to not only make the connection between the oil cooler and the line but also to secure the oil cooler in the radiator tank. It is these later designs that prove most troublesome in the field.
How does a motor oil cooler work on a car?
Motor oil coolers are small radiators set before the coolant framework on a car that lower the temperature of the oil as it goes through the loops. It is just operational when the engine is running. Bringing down the temperature of motor oil has many focal points, particularly in air-cooled engines.
How do you install an aftermarket oil cooler?
If you are buying an aftermarket oil cooler, your kit is going to come with brackets and other accessories to help in mounting the cooler to the car. Attach the new cooler to the car, using your socket wrench to securely tighten the bolts. Then run the proper oil lines from the engine to the oil cooler, and from the cooler back to the oil filter.
What causes oil in the radiator?
Oil in the radiator (engine oil) is caused by a blown cylinder head gasket. When that gasket fails it can overpressurize the cooling system by permitting compression from the pistons to enter. (cooling system pressure rarely is above 20psi…compression pressure is more like 150psi.
How do you install engine oil cooler?
To install: Install the oil cooler by placing the O-rings in position on the cooler. Install the cooler with two new gaskets and the union bolts. Attach the oil cooler hoses. Attach the air cleaner hose. Fill the crankcase with new engine oil. Fill the cooling system. Start the engine, top off the coolant level. Check the engine oil level.
Why is there transmission fluid in my coolant?
Of you do have Trans fluid in the engine coolant it would be because the Trans fluid cooler that is built inside of the radiator has ruptured and is leaking Trans fluid inside the coolant tank. The only thing you can do is to thoroughly flush the Trans system and replace the radiator. Hope this helps.
Why is oil cooler leaking?
When oil is leaking from the oil cooler attachment, it’s usually caused by a pinched or worn out gasket that is designed to provide a tight seal around the male fitting of the cooler and the female ending of the oil cooler adapter.