jboth

Noticed several of the transmission coolant line metal connectors,that connect the metal pipe in front of the rad to rubber hose to metal pipe again right at the bottom of the rad, look like they are starting to leak. Circled inside red areas in attached picture.

I'm wondering if it would be ok to just put a hose clamp on the metal connector ends or they should be replaced?

Thanks

jboth

EDIT: I originally thought this was part of the engine cooling system but it's actually the stock transmission cooler lines as shown in the pic below. The
metal connectors have a bit of tranny fluid seeping from them.

bostonMA

I just noticed I have been leaking from the metal conection as well.

Are you getting fluid dripping?

I was able to wipe a good abount off the lines, I will have to see how far down the level is in the pan.

Can these metal conectors be resealed?

Dronac

I'v seen people just hack them off and put their own connection on.

BlackNorthernJK

If you're still under warranty I suggest having the dealer replace them under warranty. They are expensive lines usually, and there is no way to really 'fix' them. If you do have them replace them, check up on their work after to be sure they didn't bugger up the connections at the radiator or any other connection which is very common. You already have pics, that's awesome, keep them and get some more to be prepared for the possibility of backing yourself up against any poor work.

jboth

Yeah I have a very small amount of drip.

I think this is what I'm going to do since my warranty is out on the transmission cooler lines.

jboth

I think I will either remove the sleeve or just cut the pipe off above the sleeve and put hose clamps on as shown in the pics below.

greenjeep4snow

I have the exact same issue! The dealer wants $600 because they have to drop the front diff. Did your repair work? Were you able to hack the line and clamp a hose onto it successfully?

Thanks,
Jeep 4 Snow
Falls Church, VA

jboth

I'm taking it in tomorrow for the trans connectors leaking, engine oil and coolant leaks as well (70,000kms on it btw). I definitely wouldnt pay $600 for the repair. I found some T-bolt hose clamps which have a higher clamp force then screw type clamps so that's the route I will take if out of warranty.

racinjimy

Everyone that adds a tranny cooler ends up hacking those off.