Uploaded November 2016 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
Description: This is how I changed my 2002 Caravan Transmission Cooler. Although I had the car on jack stands because I was in the process of completing a transmission change. I don't think you need to raise the van to perform the job.
I had to change the Transmission Cooler and flush the lines for my warranty to be in effect. After spending close to $1400.00 on the transmission and another $230.00 on extra tools I figured it was a good idea to follow the rules to protect my investment and mostly my time to perform the job.
Part 1 is Here: Uploading! youtu.be/0qeBdYD_LDs
Part Used:
Transmission Cooler by Dorman P/N: 918-207 $108.00 on Amazon at date of this video.
Tools Used:
- 3/8" Drive 8mm Socket.
- 3/8" Drive 10mm Socket.
- 3/8" Drive 3" Extension.
- 3/8" Drive Stuby Ratchet.
- 9" Slip Pliers.
- 10mm Ratchet Combination Wrench.
- 9" Side Cutters.
- 6" Needle Nose Pliers.- No. 2 Philips Screw Driver.
- 4'X6' Carpet. For lying on the driveway.
- 18" Ruler or tape measure, to get the mounting leg spacing right on the passenger side.
- Large Shop Rag to catch any Transmission Fluid that may drop on driveway.
- Kittly Litter. to clean up any spills that the rag misses.
- Small trash bag to take hazmat to the hazmat center, or oil changing station.
Consumables Used: Transmission Fluid for your van if it's low.
Basic Steps:
1. Open the hood and remove the headlights.
2. Remove the Bumper Cap.
3. Remove the Transmission Cooler Lines.
4. Remove all the screws on the Drivers side Condensor and Transmission Cooler support bracket.
5. Loosen the Passenger Side Condensor and Transmission Cooler support bracket.
6. Remove the bolts on the Passender (2), Drivers Side (1) of the Transmission Cooler.
7. Match the mounting leg spacing on the passenger side of the Transmission Cooler.
8. Install the Transmission Cooler and then all the associated items in reverse order of removal.
*** NOTE: Bolt Length is Important so as NOT to puncture the AC Condenser, use the short ones for the condenser. ***
9. Feel free to ask questions.
Thanks for watching.
Please give me a thumbs up if you enjoyed or the video helped you.
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Best Wishes n Blessings Keith
Description: This is how I changed my 2002 Caravan Transmission Cooler. Although I had the car on jack stands because I was in the process of completing a transmission change. I don't think you need to raise the van to perform the job.
I had to change the Transmission Cooler and flush the lines for my warranty to be in effect. After spending close to $1400.00 on the transmission and another $230.00 on extra tools I figured it was a good idea to follow the rules to protect my investment and mostly my time to perform the job.
Part 1 is Here: Uploading! youtu.be/0qeBdYD_LDs
Part Used:
Transmission Cooler by Dorman P/N: 918-207 $108.00 on Amazon at date of this video.
Tools Used:
- 3/8" Drive 8mm Socket.
- 3/8" Drive 10mm Socket.
- 3/8" Drive 3" Extension.
- 3/8" Drive Stuby Ratchet.
- 9" Slip Pliers.
- 10mm Ratchet Combination Wrench.
- 9" Side Cutters.
- 6" Needle Nose Pliers.- No. 2 Philips Screw Driver.
- 4'X6' Carpet. For lying on the driveway.
- 18" Ruler or tape measure, to get the mounting leg spacing right on the passenger side.
- Large Shop Rag to catch any Transmission Fluid that may drop on driveway.
- Kittly Litter. to clean up any spills that the rag misses.
- Small trash bag to take hazmat to the hazmat center, or oil changing station.
Consumables Used: Transmission Fluid for your van if it's low.
Basic Steps:
1. Open the hood and remove the headlights.
2. Remove the Bumper Cap.
3. Remove the Transmission Cooler Lines.
4. Remove all the screws on the Drivers side Condensor and Transmission Cooler support bracket.
5. Loosen the Passenger Side Condensor and Transmission Cooler support bracket.
6. Remove the bolts on the Passender (2), Drivers Side (1) of the Transmission Cooler.
7. Match the mounting leg spacing on the passenger side of the Transmission Cooler.
8. Install the Transmission Cooler and then all the associated items in reverse order of removal.
*** NOTE: Bolt Length is Important so as NOT to puncture the AC Condenser, use the short ones for the condenser. ***
9. Feel free to ask questions.
Thanks for watching.
Please give me a thumbs up if you enjoyed or the video helped you.
If you'd like to help my channel please subscribe.
Best Wishes n Blessings Keith
