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Flush the Transmission Cooler Before Install
Contaminated cooler fluid from the failed unit causes slip, overheat, and repeat failures — flush before connecting the reman unit.
Quick Answer
Always **flush or replace the transmission cooler** and lines when the previous unit shed clutch material or overheated. Connecting a reman unit to dirty cooler fluid is a top repeat-failure cause.
Install checklist
1. Flush cooler with appropriate equipment or replace cooler. 2. Install new filter if application uses in-tank filter. 3. Use exact ATF spec — fill to hot level after heat cycle. 4. Document flush on install invoice for warranty.
FAQ
Is cooler flush required for every swap?
Required when old unit failed internally or fluid was dark/burnt.
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