Flush the oil cooler lines following a breakdown of the
transmission in order to eliminate contaminated oil. This helps prevent trouble
after repairs of the transmission.
- Disconnect the oil cooler lines at the transmission case.
- If an auxiliary filter has been installed, disconnect the oil
cooler return line a the auxiliary filter instead of the transmission.
Notice: Do not exceed 689 kPa (100 psi) air pressure or damage
may result to the oil cooler.
- Back flush the oil cooler and lines using clean mineral spirits and
compressed air.
- Flush all remaining mineral spirits from the oil cooler and lines
using compressed air.
- Flush the oil cooler lines again with transmission oil.
5.1. | Test the oil cooler for free flow of oil. |
5.2. | If the flow of oil is restricted, replace the tank and cooler
assembly. |
5.3. | If debris from the oil cooler circuit persists, install a new
auxiliary filter in the oil return line between the oil cooler and the transmission. |