RAM 1500 Truck 4WD V8-5.2L VIN Y (1997)
Transmission Cooler: Removal and Replacement
Removal
CAUTION: If a leak should occur in the internal radiator mounted transmission air-to-oil cooler (gas engines only), engine coolant may become mixed
with transmission fluid. Transmission fluid may also enter engine cooling system. Both cooling system and transmission should be drained and inspected
in case of oil cooler leakage.
1. Disconnect negative battery cable at battery.
2. Drain cooling system.
3. Place a drain pan under the oil cooler lines.
4. Disconnect the two transmission oil cooler line quick-connect fittings at the radiator. Plug cooler lines to prevent oil leakage.
5. Disconnect the oil cooler quick-connect fitting at the transmission oil cooler line.
6. Disconnect the windshield washer reservoir tank at the fan shroud. Refer to Wiper and Washer Systems.
7. Remove the rubber shield at right side of radiator. The shield is held to vehicle body with plastic clips.
8. Remove the two radiator upper mounting bolts.
9. Position the upper part of radiator towards engine.
10. Remove the oil cooler lower mounting bolt (oil cooler-to-vehicle body).
11. Remove three bolts (radiator support bracket-to-body). Remove this A-shaped support bracket and the transmission oil cooler as an assembly from
the vehicle. Take care not to damage the radiator core or A/C condenser fins with the cooling lines when removing.
