Recommended Transmission Cooler for 2013 Kia Sportage Towing 1500 lb Travel Trailer

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I want to install a A/T cooler on my 2013 Kia Sportage AWD 6 spd auto vehicle. I would like to over size base on my 1500 mile towing experience last week. My Kia AT temps hit a high of 237F and spent a lot of time in the 200-220F range. your suggestions for me. towing a 1500 lb TT. Also noted tan as the day went on the temps stayed at a higher temp that the beginning of the day. Your suggestions please

asked by: Dale G

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A transmission cooler is not a vehicle specific item. For best results, we recommend installing the transmission cooler directly behind the vehicle grille, directly in front of the radiator and A/C condenser. We recommend going with the largest cooler that will fit in the available space. If you have enough room to accommodate its 8-3/4x11 inch size, the # D13503 cooler would work very well for you. If your Sportage has 5/16 inch transmission lines, I'd also recommend using two of the # D13031 compression fittings to tap the cooler into the transmission return line. For 3/8 inch lines, use part # D13032.

I'll link you to some help articles about transmission cooler, as well as a link to a video showing a common installation.

expert reply by: Mike L

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Answer 1

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Answer 2

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Answer 3

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Answer 7

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Answer 9

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Answer 10

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Answer 11

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Answer 12

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