Ford Ranger and Mazda BT50 Twin Cooler Install

David from Wholesale Automatics demonstrates how to install a Transmission Oil Cooler into a 6 Speed PX Ford Ranger. This kit also applies to the 6 speed Mazda BT50 built prior to Jul 2020.
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Do I need a transmission cooler? Those who tow, carry any sort of load or go offroad should definitely run a dedicated transmission cooler. As the largest 4WD auto transmission specialist in the southern hemisphere we know experientially that heat causes wear, reduces performance and causes costly breakdowns.
At Wholesale Automatics we have model specific DIY transmission oil cooler kits to suit your needs.
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[@Spk-r6x]

You made it look easy.well done

[@WholesaleAutomatics]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@kevanhollidge164]

That's a great explanation video for swapping out the hot water heat exchanger, ( bad design personally) for an air cooled radiator oil flow system. But what pumps the ATF around and through the rad/ pipe circuit? Is there a pump fitted inside the Trans box? I'd😅 love to purchase this upgrade, plus the aluminium pan with drain plug. Unfortunately I'm stuck out in Cambodia, I've inquired but there's no stock here. Mmm

[@WholesaleAutomatics]

You can buy direct online and we do ship to Cambodia.

[@DriveLikeShana]

Love the product but does it effect the radiator efficiency since you are blocking most of the radiator?

[@WholesaleAutomatics]

No not at all and thoroughly tested multiple times, towing, not towing, mountain ranges add different ambient temps. In some case the engine temp dropped as it was no longer dealing with the trans heat exchange any more.

[@tedeganagondi]

Why you dont have a video for the intstallation for the new ranger?

[@MattysWorkshop]

Gday, that’s was a good informative video, cheers

[@WholesaleAutomatics]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@MarkCamo69]

I just installed mine yesterday 20 2019 ranger with65K on clock, what a massive difference, i have already fitted the bypass valve few years back, and my trans ran from 94-97 degrees, yesterday the ambient temp was 19 degrees, and now the trans oil only got to 55 degrees after driving for 30 minutes, i suspect in summer it would probable go 20-25 degrees hotter which would put it at 75-80 degrees is my guess, never the less very happy with the result, :)

[@gabrielpaulus8799]

Would one need more transmission fluid than usual aftervthe extra coolers?

[@WholesaleAutomatics]

Yes, about 1 litre with a single cooler and nearly 2 litres with the larger twin coolers.

[@commandmo5173]

Hey mate did you remove the thermostat or leave it in?

[@WholesaleAutomatics]

You can leave it in but the coolers do work better if the thermo bypass valve is installed. If you tow a lot or tow a large weight then thermal valve and deep cast aluminium Pan is also highly recommended.

[@commandmo5173]

@@WholesaleAutomatics thank you for replying mate! Appreciate your advice

[@edvin884]

Can you fill up the coolers before conectig them to the gearbox?

[@WholesaleAutomatics]

No you don't need to as it's a pressurised system that will self fill and push all the air out of the system.

[@adriankuchta9166]

Do I need to remove the grill on my 2014 BT50?

[@WholesaleAutomatics]

No not at all, cooler is installed from underneath and is positioned behind the intercooler.

[@keithwhittaker8741]

Question I have a 2014, 3.2 Ranger PX1 is the thermal inside the transmission or is accessible externally. Thanks loved your install video.

[@WholesaleAutomatics]

The Thermal valve is in the transmission above the valve body. You need to remove the valve body to get to it.

[@Ozbassman]

Hi mate great video. I've started hooking into mine question brains trust so the hoses that go to the unions on the transmission is there a left and right sequence ?

[@WholesaleAutomatics]

Yes there is as explained in this video and in the install instructions that come with the cooler.

[@mecanicamostrito-wv9kf]

excelente

[@Brendan-tm2pk]

Hi that was one of best informative easy to follow video I have seen thanks

[@WholesaleAutomatics]

Glad it was helpful!

[@hacker5469]

Does this work on the ford everests aswell?

[@WholesaleAutomatics]

Different kit for the Everest but we have them in stock also.

[@rtarrant1]

Any chance of one for a Dmax

[@WholesaleAutomatics]

Yes we do. Here is a link to the cooler page: automatictransmission.com.au/heavy-duty-transmission-coolers/

[@Rewardd]

bit of a long shot asking on here but have you seen any bt50s or ford rangers with the 3.2L autos revs bouncing on the tacometer, im unsure if its a transmission issue or engine issue, the oil is black so im about to install one of your service kits

[@WholesaleAutomatics]

Take it in to a local transmission shop and they will soon point you in the right direction.