Transmission Cooler and Power Steering Cooler Recommendation for a 2005 Acura MDX
Question:
As you probably are already aware, the Acura MDX has a very suspect transmission cooler that flows through the radiator. I want to tow with my 2005 MDX and realize that I need a good external transmission cooler an Im even thinking about bypassing the stock cooler due to radiator failures leading to transmission failures. What are you thoughts about that type of bypass? I was also going to do a power steering cooler as well while working on the trans cooler. What would be your product suggestions for a trans and ps cooler for my 2005 Acura MDX 126,000 miles. Thanks,
asked by: Troy D
Helpful Expert Reply:
For a transmission cooler that would work well on your 2005 Acura MDX the Derale part # D13503 would be an excellent choice. Since this is a larger cooler at 11" Wide x 8-3/4" tall x 7/8" deep it would work great for if you wanted to bypass the factory cooler as well. I attached an install video on a similar Honda SUV for you to check out as well.
For a power steering cooler you would want to go with a smaller cooler since they don't generate as much heat. The part # D13212 would be great for this.
Products Referenced in This Question
Derale 4-Pass Tube-Fin Power Steering Cooler - 8-1/8" Wide
- Power Steering Coolers
- Cooler and Install Kit
- 8-1/8W x 5T x 3/4D Inch
- Quad-Pass
- With 11/32 Hose Barb Inlets
- Derale
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Derale Series 8000 Plate-Fin Transmission Cooler Kit w/Barb Inlets - Class III - Efficient
- Transmission Coolers
- Plate-Fin Cooler
- Mid-Size Truck
- SUV
- Van
- Standard Mount
- 11W x 8-3/4T x 7/8D Inch
- With 11/32 Inch Hose Barb Inlets
- Derale
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