Trans oil cooler installation
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Trans oil cooler installation
On my 2015 RX 350 base model with sport appearance package, I’m looking to add on a OEM transmission cooler. I am assuming the coolers are all the same across all models, which differences are the air dam. Would I need one for F sport? Is F sport bumper same as sport appearance package bumper? If anyone done so, or has stock cooler hoses routing?
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This is a robust trans if you just change the fluid at 50,000 etc. No real need for an extra cooler unless towing.
The OEM trans cooler is integrated into the radiator. I have no idea of the cost but check www.myLpart.com or www.lexuspartsnow.com
It may be far easier and cheaper to add an aftermarket trans cooler such as a B&M Super Cooler. https://www.summitracing.com/search/...er-oil-coolers
I have installed 2 of these, first in my 1995 Explorer and then in my 1994 Mazda MX-6, They use zip ties to attach to the front of the radiator area. Then run hoses to the transmission. It also adds a bit more capacity. The appeared to work great as I drove both for well over 100,000 miles with no trans issues and both were known for problematic transmissions. I also did regular fluid flushes or exchanges with Mobil 1 synthetic ATF.
You would have to find the cooler line connections from the transmission, get some connectors and hose then run everything to the front of the radiator.
The OEM trans cooler is integrated into the radiator. I have no idea of the cost but check www.myLpart.com or www.lexuspartsnow.com
It may be far easier and cheaper to add an aftermarket trans cooler such as a B&M Super Cooler. https://www.summitracing.com/search/...er-oil-coolers
I have installed 2 of these, first in my 1995 Explorer and then in my 1994 Mazda MX-6, They use zip ties to attach to the front of the radiator area. Then run hoses to the transmission. It also adds a bit more capacity. The appeared to work great as I drove both for well over 100,000 miles with no trans issues and both were known for problematic transmissions. I also did regular fluid flushes or exchanges with Mobil 1 synthetic ATF.
You would have to find the cooler line connections from the transmission, get some connectors and hose then run everything to the front of the radiator.
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