Summary first: the transmission oil cooler removes heat and routes transmission fluid between the gearbox and radiator-mounted cooler (or an external plate cooler). Failures are usually leaks (O‑ring/banjo/cooler cracks), internal blockages (sludge, metal), or poor sealing that lets air in or fluid out. Repair restores fluid volume/pressure and heat transfer so hydraulic control and clutch friction remain correct.

Ordered procedure with theory and what the repair fixes

1) Safety and preparation
- What to do: secure vehicle on a lift or stands, chock wheels, wear eye protection, drain pan ready, battery negative disconnected if you’ll remove electrical parts.
- Theory / why: safe access and removing electrical power prevents shorts; containment prevents contamination of the cooling system and environment.

2) Warm the transmission, then relieve pressure
- What to do: run engine/drive briefly to bring fluid to normal temp, then park, shift through gears, stop, and allow pressure to drop.
- Theory / why: warm fluid drains easier and any trapped air is purged; working at operating temp shows leaks that appear only when seals expand.

3) Drain transmission fluid
- What to do: remove drain plug or drop pan and remove pan if needed to get most fluid out. Catch fluid for inspection.
- Theory / why: prevents spills when disconnecting lines, lets you inspect fluid for contamination (metal, burnt smell) which guides scope of repair.

4) Disconnect cooler lines and collect fluid
- What to do: loosen the gearbox cooler line fittings (use flare/line wrench), cap lines and ports to limit contamination.
- Theory / why: separating cooler lets you isolate whether fault is in lines/radiator or in the gearbox/cooler housing. Captured fluid shows whether contamination/load was present.

5) Remove oil cooler / cooler housing
- What to do: unbolt the cooler assembly from the gearbox (or radiator if it’s a radiator-core type) and remove any mounting brackets. If cooler is integral in a housing, remove housing/pan as required.
- Theory / why: physical inspection is needed to find cracks, corrosion, blocked passages, or collapsed passages inside the cooler housing that reduce flow or leak.

6) Inspect for leaks, cracks and internal blockage
- What to do: visually inspect for corrosion/pinholes, bulges, crushed fins, crushed lines. Remove O‑rings/banjo washers and inspect.
- Theory / why: leaks reduce fluid volume and hydraulic pressure; blockages impede coolant/fluid flow causing overheating and inconsistent pressure. O‑rings failing are a common leak point.

7) Pressure/flow test the cooler and lines
- What to do: bench-test the cooler and lines with low-pressure compressed air or water (use a pressure gauge, keep pressure low—factory test pressure or harmless low pressure) to check for internal bypassing or leaks. Blow through lines to confirm flow direction and clear debris.
- Theory / why: verifies whether the cooler passages are open and sealed. A restriction increases fluid operating temperature and pressure drop, which reduces system performance.

8) Clean or replace as required
- What to do: if minor contamination, flush cooler and lines with appropriate solvent/ATF until clean; replace any O‑rings/banjo washers; if corrosion/crack/blockage or metal contamination present, replace the cooler and lines.
- Theory / why: flushing removes debris that can block passages and abrade clutch packs. Replacing damaged parts restores structural integrity (no leaks) and full flow capacity. Replacing seals restores pressure containment and prevents air ingress.

9) Inspect gearbox mating surfaces and ports, replace seals/gaskets
- What to do: clean mating faces, remove old gasket material, fit new O‑rings/thermal seals, use manufacturer-specified new copper washers for banjo bolts.
- Theory / why: ensuring proper seals at the gearbox prevents external leakage and loss of hydraulic pressure; fresh sealing surfaces prevent seepage and air entry that can cause erratic shifts.

10) Reassemble with correct fasteners and torque
- What to do: reinstall cooler/housing and lines, lubricate O‑rings with clean ATF, torque bolts to factory spec (use service manual values).
- Theory / why: correct torque ensures clamping without crushing seals; properly seated seals maintain fluid pressure and cooling circuit integrity.

11) Refill with correct fluid and bleed/level properly
- What to do: refill with the manufacturer-specified ATF/gear oil to the correct level. Warm to operating temperature, cycle transmission through gears, recheck level and top up as needed. If system requires bleeding, follow the bleed procedure.
- Theory / why: correct fluid type and level are essential for hydraulic pressure and friction characteristics; trapped air or low fluid causes low pressure, slipping, overheating and poor shift quality.

12) Functional test and verification
- What to do: run engine, inspect for external leaks, check transmission temperature during idle/drive, test drive under load, verify shifting. If available, check line pressure with a gauge and compare to spec; inspect fluid samples for metal.
- Theory / why: confirms restoration of pressure and cooling. Pressure testing proves hydraulic performance; temperature and shift behavior confirm the cooler and circuit are working.

13) Address contamination-related gearbox damage if present
- What to do: if fluid showed metal particles or heavy sludge, remove pan, replace filter/strainer, inspect valve body and clutch packs; consider a rebuild if wear is severe.
- Theory / why: contaminated fluid indicates internal wear. Cleaning external cooler alone won’t stop slipping or erratic shifts if friction material or valves are damaged — you must remove the source (worn parts) and replace contaminated fluid to restore proper hydraulic operation.

How each action fixes the fault (brief)
- Replace/repair cooler or lines: stops fluid loss and restores full coolant flow area so heat is removed and fluid volume is kept; fixed leak = restored pressure.
- Replace seals/washers/O‑rings: eliminates seepage and air ingress, restoring hydraulic sealing so clutch packs receive consistent pressure.
- Flush/replace fluid and filter: removes abrasive particles and burnt fluid that damage clutches/valves; fresh fluid restores viscosity and friction properties.
- Pressure/flow testing: identifies hidden restrictions or internal bypass; removing restriction restores correct pressure differential and temperature control.
- Reassembly and correct torquing: prevents new leaks and mechanical failures at mounting points.

Common symptoms tied to causes
- External leak at cooler/lines → failed O‑ring/banjo washer or cracked cooler.
- Overheating ATF and poor shifting → blocked cooler or low fluid volume.
- Metal particles in fluid → internal wear; cooler may be clogged by debris.
- Intermittent pressure loss/harsh shifts → air ingress from leaking joints or collapsed hose.

Key practical notes (no fluff)
- Always replace soft seals (O‑rings, copper washers) when you disconnect lines.
- If you find metal contamination, don’t just clean the cooler — inspect/repair the gearbox internals.
- Use only factory-specified fluid; improper fluid changes clutch friction behavior and hydraulic pressures.
- Follow factory torque specs and tightening sequence to avoid warping housings and crushing seals.

That’s the ordered theory-plus-action sequence and how each repair action restores proper cooling, pressure, and hydraulic function for H41/H42/H50/H55F transmissions.
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