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Old 05-27-2018, 09:37 AM
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Default 97 5.2l Radiator/Transmission Line leak

Been leaking transmission fluid from the radiator. I had it looked at and was quoted over 500 dollars. Gonna tackle this one myself. Question is. Does anyone have a guide on doing a radiator? I've never done one before. I also noticed when looking for the radiator I see options for with or without a transmission cooler. Where do I look to determine this?
 
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Old 05-27-2018, 12:13 PM
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If you are leaking trans fluid at the radiator, then you have the trans cooler in there. Where is it leaking at? Can you post a pic?
 
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I can in a bit. Its on the front passenger side right underneath transmission line. Every time I park after driving it there is a puddle of tranny fluid.
 
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It might just be the o-rings, which are replaceable. (and cheap.....)
 
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It might just be the o-rings, which are replaceable. (and cheap.....)
o rings on the transmission line?
 
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Depends on where it is leaking.
 
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If it is the radiator and lines. How tough of a job is it. Are there any guides or walk throughs anywhere?
 
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Figure out where it is leaking from. Then decide how hard it is to fix.
 
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I looked all over last night and couldnt pin point the leak. Might have to take it in.
 
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So looks like a new radiator. Whoever put the lines in last cross threaded it bad.
 


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