Why does my transmission fluid look like strawberry milk?
The milky substance you are seeing on the transmission dipstick is a result of cross-contaminated coolant and transmission fluid. When coolant enters the transmission, it will cause failure very quickly. The reason for this is it will eat up the material that the clutches inside the transmission are made up of.
How much does it cost to fix leaking transmission lines?
The average cost to fix a transmission fluid leak that can be solved without removing the transmission is $150 to $200. This includes small repairs such as replacing fluid lines, gasket, seals, drain plugs or pan bolts. The cost depends mostly on where the leak is.
Can I bypass the transmission cooler?
Sometimes stall companies include a transmission cooler with their stall kits. -While Tube and Fin style coolers are cheaper, they are not as effecient as the Stacked Plate style. -Manufacturers (including B&M) recommend to run aftermarket coolers in addition to the factory cooler, not to bypass the factory cooler.
Is fuel hose OK for transmission fluid?
Fuel line hose isn’t up to the pressures normally associated with automatic transmissions. Use the proper stuff. If that thing splits or blows loose and hoses down any portion of your exhaust system hot enough to ignite it, your truck could end up burned to the ground.
What to do if your transmission cooler is leaking?
If you simply notice that a line is leaking, that can be a simple fix depending on the location of the leak and line itself. Depending on the transmission cooling system routing, it is not too uncommon to have the transmission cooler lines leaking at the radiator if the lines are starting to rust.
Where does fluid leak in an automatic transmission?
The seals prevent fluid from leaking out between the transmission (also known as a transaxle) and the constant velocity (CV) axles. Automatic transmissions have lines that run to a dedicated cooler, which is usually located inside the radiator. These lines can develop leaks, often from the crimp area, leading to a pool of fluid under your car.
Is there a way to repair a leaking coolant line?
You may have heard of or seen transmission cooling line repair kits and wondered if these were an option for repairing your own leaking coolant lines. They do exist, but these are not really geared for the casual consumer. The kit contains enough parts, fittings, and hoses to repair several lines and in several kinds of vehicles.
How can I tell if my radiator cooling line is leaking?
Locate the radiator and check where the coolant lines are attached. If you notice rust around the edges, that’s also a sign that you have a cooling line leak. Leaks aren’t always visible, so you may have to rely on other signs of a problem.