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For 1990-2009 cars only

Problem

Action

The cooler lines are restricted.

  1. Remove the restrictions.
  2. Clean or replace the lines as necessary. Refer to Transmission Oil Cooler Line Replacement .

The torque converter has broken parts.

Repair or replace the converter assembly.

The oil is aerated.

Check the following parts:

    • The seal ring at the intake tube
    • The input charging pump

Internal leakage is slowing the oil cooling flow.

Overhaul the transmission.