Mopar 68269916AB Engine Oil Cooler

If the oil cooler is to be removed, the following procedure must be followed, First, unbend the negative terminal of the battery and, second, drain the coolant. Then, it's time to deal with the lower intake manifold being taken out and then the oil cooler mounting fasteners , screws and bolts have to be unscrewed and the cooler should be removed, while the seals has to be disposed. Installation starts with putting on new seals on the oil cooler; thereafter, place the cooler in its rightful place on the block and fasten it with the two screws on the oil cooler. Following that the mounting bolts have to be fitted and all the bolts are to be torqued to a particular setting. Last of all, replace the other components in a backward way, replace the coolant, start the engine and let it warm up while checking for any signs of leakage.

Models from 2010 and earlier are equipped with an external air-to-oil cooler and an internal oil-to-coolant cooler, either as standard or optional equipment, with external transmission oil coolers mounted in front of the radiator, varying in size and mounting configurations. In contrast, models from 2011 and later feature transmission coolers integrated into the condenser. To replace the condenser/transmission cooler assembly, first disconnect the cable from the negative battery terminal, then place a drain pan underneath the oil cooler line fittings to catch any spilled transmission fluid. Raise the front of the vehicle securely on jackstands, and use a quick-connect release tool to disconnect the transmission oil cooler line fittings by inserting the tool into each fitting to release the locking fingers, then pull the fittings apart and plug the lines to prevent spills. Detach the transmission oil cooler lines from the radiator side tank or from the transmission, using a back-up wrench on stationary fittings to avoid damage. Remove the upper radiator panel cover to access the cooler, then take out the transmission oil cooler mounting bolts and carefully remove the cooler, ensuring not to damage the oil cooler tubes or radiator cooling fins. If the cooler was removed for flushing after a transmission failure, have it flushed by a dealer service department or transmission shop, as special tools are required for proper flushing. Installation follows the reverse order of removal, and check the transmission fluid level, adding more if necessary.