bc992164 Posted January 30, 2015 Share Posted January 30, 2015 I wanted to ask if my steps are correct to rectify the Transmission/Coolant Issue. If not can you please comment? I do need some better examples of step 1. Step 1: Bypass Internal Transmission Cooler. Use the "Auxiliary" Cooler on the R51. This thread speaks to "bypassing" the Transmission Cooler. http://www.nissanpathfinders.net/forum/topic/37931-r51-owners-how-to-save-your-transmission/ I wish I could see another write up, because the photos and descriptions are hard for me to make out. I wish he had arrows on the photos so I was 100% sure. Step 2: Install an External Transmission Cooler: Connect new External to auxiliary cooler. I personally have this one selected, Hayden Automotive 679 Rapid-Cool Plate and Fin Transmission Cooler This video seems to demonstrate how to accomplish this. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qZ2v752t1Fk Step 3: (Optional) Install some type of inline oil filter to the setup. It seems people have caught tons of debris this way. Some claims that the : Fleetguard 6500 3 micron filter has success. * I don't really see any examples of how to do this. I would assume you are cutting a line, and putting it in line. But is this on the return side? <- This video is very informative, and I wonder if all "Inline" filters work this way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zonianbrat Posted January 31, 2015 Share Posted January 31, 2015 I dont know the answer to your question as far as how to install the external cooler. I just did the bypass part a couple of days ago. It is easier than changing the oil. I havent gotten it out on any long trips yet so I do not know if I will even need another cooler. It gets really cold here in winter so I would be worried of it getting too cold. I'm going to see what temps run this summer when we tow the boat with it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kingman Posted February 2, 2015 Share Posted February 2, 2015 You removed all cooling from the system? That's a sure fire way to destroy an automatic in a hurry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zonianbrat Posted February 11, 2015 Share Posted February 11, 2015 You removed all cooling from the system? That's a sure fire way to destroy an automatic in a hurry. Who are you talking to? I bypassed the cooler located internally in the radiator. It still flows through an external cooler located on the front of the condensor. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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