Dorman - OE Solutions Automatic Transmission Oil Cooler P/N:918-257
Help keep automatic transmission fluid cool with the Dorman OE Solutions Automatic Transmission Oil Cooler 918-290, an OE FIX replacement that uses a stacked fin design for added durability and corrosion resistance. It fits many vehicles, among them the 2003-2020 Chevrolet Express 2500 2.8L / 4.3L / 4.8L / 5.3L / 6.0L / 6.6L, 2003-2020 Chevrolet Express 3500 2.8L / 4.3L / 4.8L / 6.0L / 6.6L and 2003-2020 GMC Savana 2500 2.8L / 4.3L / 4.8L / 5.3L / 6.0L / 6.6L. See the Buyer's Guide tab for the full list. Listed applications use L4-2.8L, V6-4.3L, V8-4.8L, V8-5.3L, V8-6.0L and V8-6.6L engines, depending on year and model.
Dorman notes that the original automatic transmission oil cooler on certain Chevrolet and GMC vehicles can fail because of its small wire fin design. This replacement uses stacked fins instead.
Specifications: material: steel; core material: aluminum; housing color: black; quick-connect inlet and outlet, each 0.625 in diameter; line inside diameter: 0.625 in; core tube width: 0.475 in; length: 19.59 in; height: 19.5 in; depth: 5.4 in. Mounting hardware is not included, and there is no electric fan. Country of origin: China.
Interchange: 15751207 · 20985355 · 22839312 · 22839313
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What does the Dorman 918-290 transmission oil cooler do?
It routes automatic transmission fluid through a finned core so heat can move from the fluid into the passing air. This helps keep the fluid within its intended temperature range.
Does it fit the 2003-2020 Chevrolet Express 2500 2.8L / 4.3L / 4.8L / 5.3L / 6.0L / 6.6L?
Yes. It is listed for the 2003-2020 Chevrolet Express 2500 2.8L / 4.3L / 4.8L / 5.3L / 6.0L / 6.6L and the 2003-2020 GMC Savana 2500 2.8L / 4.3L / 4.8L / 5.3L / 6.0L / 6.6L. See the Buyer's Guide tab for the full list.
What comes in the box?
The package contains one transmission oil cooler. Mounting hardware is not included, and the unit does not include an electric fan.
What are the cooler's connections and dimensions?
The inlet and outlet are 0.625-inch quick-connect fittings. The cooler measures 19.59 inches long and 19.5 inches high, with a 5.4-inch depth and a 0.475-inch core tube width.
What are signs a transmission oil cooler may need replacing?
Signs include fluid leaking from the cooler, corroded or damaged fins, or a transmission running hot. Diagnose the cause first, because other components can produce similar symptoms.
WARNING: These products can expose you to chemicals including lead and phthalates, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.