Auto Transmission cooler

[Glen & Marion Lurker Find all posts View Profile Close Glen & Marion]

Hi, we have just bought a Prado 120 series (2005 Diesel turbo, auto), we will be using it to tow a caravan. I have heard it is advisable to put a transmission cooler on, to save wear and tear on the auto. Can anyone advise?

Thanks Glen & Marion

[pjorek Advanced Member Find all posts View Profile Close pjorek]

i thought there was one on already? i have 2009 gxl diesel auto and when i crawled underneath i saw a cooler of some sorts and the lines seemed to run towards the gearbox

[timmay5.7 Advanced Member Find all posts View Profile Close timmay5.7]

There is already a cooler. But for long distance towing eg caravan I would personally upgrade to a larger external cooler.

[craigm Addicted PP Member Find all posts View Profile Close craigm]

Theres a couple of threads already existing on transmission coolers. This one may of interest...http://www.pradopoint.com/showthread...l=1#post181460


Craig

[tassie tiger Advanced Member Find all posts View Profile Close tassie tiger]

HI Glen and Marion. Welcome.

Your Prado has an Auto temp warning light so you already have some protection. If you choose to fit an aftermarket cooler make sure that it is fitted with a thermostat so it only comes on when needed. Otherwise your oil will not reach operating temperature.

For me I would just stick with the standard setup unless the light comes on frequently.

If yours is the earlier diesel (not D4D) there are a few things to look at before the auto such as the cooling fan viscous coupling and EGR block off and cleaning the intake manifold.

A search will bring these up.

cheers