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2002 Chrysler Concorde Repair Question


Topics covered: Radiator, Dent, Engine.
Mileage: 200 miles.

Asked on December 19, 2011

My car has a small transmission cooler which is leaking. I tried JBing the heck out of it since it was worth a try before replacing it altogether. Not working... Is it true that any generic trans.cooler approximately the size of the old one will do? (no t

2002 Chrysler Concorde LX, 2.7 Litre V6. 200K+km
Avatar Asked by snizami

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Replied on December 19, 2011

Thanks for the quick reply. It is quite small and external (in front of the engine&A/C radiators). There is no thermostat but the fluid does pass through a portion of the regular radiator first (I guess to keep it from getting too cold). Will be driven in subzero Canadian weather, on highways, by non-abusive hands. Please confirm if the suggested radiator size is appropriate in cold weather. Thanks again.

Tiny Response from snizami
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Replied on December 19, 2011

Actually, in subzero temps I wouldn't use an external trans cooler at all. Personally. But yes, the one I sent the link for would be fine.

Tiny Answered by rivermikerat (expert)
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